Special Projects + M&A Analyst (all genders) 80-100%

About the job

In this role you will be accountable for:

• Supporting the evaluation, screening, and execution of mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and other strategic investment opportunities
• Building, maintaining, and analyzing financial models, business cases, and valuation scenarios to support investment decisions
• Coordinating and supporting due diligence activities across financial, commercial, and operational workstreams
• Preparing high-quality investment materials, management presentations, and decision-making documentation for senior leadership
• Driving market research, competitive analyses, and industry trend assessments to identify growth opportunities and strategic insights
• Supporting the planning and execution of cross-functional strategic projects, ensuring alignment on objectives, milestones, and deliverables
• Monitoring project progress, tracking timelines, and providing structured reporting and status updates to key stakeholders
• Collaborating closely with internal business functions, external advisors, and leadership teams, including supporting post-merger integration activities

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or Engineering
• 2–3 years of professional experience in consulting, corporate finance, M&A, or a comparable analytical environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Solid financial modeling and valuation knowledge, combined with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• A structured, detail-oriented working style, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence in collaborating across functions and organizational levels
• A proactive mindset, intellectual curiosity, and a strong willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic environment
• Business fluent English, both written and spoken

Ideally, you also bring:

• Exposure to M&A, transaction processes, or due diligence activities
• Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with financial databases, reporting tools, or BI solutions

Our offer:

• On-site staff restaurant
• Employee profit-sharing scheme
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs
• Flexible working hours
• Option to purchase additional vacation days (multi-holiday model)
• Free parking
• Employee discounts on Zehnder products
• Optional pension savings plan
• REKA card with a 20% discount (annual subscription limit: CHF 1'500)
• Open corporate culture
• Individual development and career growth opportunities