M&A Advisor
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
M&A Advisors provide support throughout the entire process of corporate mergers and acquisitions (M&A), from strategy formulation to execution, including corporate valuation, due diligence, negotiation, contract execution, and post-merger integration (PMI).
Description
M&A Advisors support clients through all stages of M&A, from selecting acquisition targets, creating corporate valuation models, conducting financial and legal due diligence, negotiating terms, reviewing and assisting with contract drafting, closing, and post-merger integration (PMI). Working at investment banks, consulting firms, accounting offices, or independent firms, they collaborate with executives, legal, and tax experts, leveraging advanced analytical skills, negotiation abilities, and project management capabilities to lead transactions to success.
Future Outlook
Driven by globalization and increasing demand for business restructuring, the M&A market is expanding, and demand for specialized services considering legal regulations and sustainability is expected to grow further.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Logical Thinking / Strong Negotiation Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Client On-Site / Consulting Work / Full Remote / Investment Banking / Project-Based
Career Path
Analyst (Junior Advisor) → Associate (Senior Advisor) → Manager → Director → Partner
Required Skills
Contract Review / Corporate Valuation / Due Diligence / Financial Statement Analysis / Negotiation Skills
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Excel (Advanced) / Legal and Tax Knowledge / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because advanced analysis is required for building complex financial models and corporate valuation. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of contracts and financial data directly impacts results. |
| Communication Skills | Because negotiation and coordination with diverse stakeholders are required. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because laws and regulations, market trends, and industry dynamics are constantly changing. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantitative analysis and financial model building are core to the work. |
| Planning & Organization | Because multiple tasks and schedules must be managed simultaneously to advance projects. |
| Problem Solving | Because complex issues such as transaction structures and risk responses need to be resolved. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to withstand high pressure and tight deadlines in negotiation tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work. |
Related Qualifications
- Bookkeeping Certification Level 2 or higher
- Certified Public Accountant
- Securities Analyst
- Small and Medium Enterprise Diagnostician
Aliases
- M&A Broker
- M&A Consultant
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