M&A Director

M&A Director (F/M)[Paris La Défense] The OpportunityWorldline, leading player in payments industry in Europe and listed on the SBF 120, is looking for an M&A Director to execute the M&A strategy managing the end-to-end process. With its global reach and its commitment to innovation, Worldline is the technology partner of choice for merchants, banks and third-party acquirers. Worldline provides its clients with sustainable, trusted and secure solutions across the payment value chain, fostering their business growth wherever they are. Services offered by Worldline in the areas of Merchant Services and Financial Services include domestic and cross-border commercial acquiring, both in-store and online, highly-secure payment transaction processing. In 2024 Worldline generated a revenue of €4.6 billion.You will be part of the M&A team (6 professionals in total) and will participate in M&A deal executions.Day-to-Day Responsibilities Under the responsibility of the CFO, Worldline’s M&A team is at the heart of the firm’s current strategy. The M&A Director will have comprehensive exposure to the entire M&A process, from origination to closing:Consider and assess the potential of existing portfolio assets from an M&A perspective, identifying opportunities to enhance value creationContribute to the creation of high-quality project deliverables, including materials for the investment committee or top management, acquisition/disposal rationale documentation, and decision-making support toolsParticipate in the complete lifecycle of M&A execution, including monitoring due diligence, managing processes, and ensuring adherence to deadlinesAssist in the financial analysis and valuation of prospective acquisition targets, ensuring accuracy and relevance in evaluationsCoordinate with external advisors (bankers, lawyers, due diligence) and internal divisions (legal M&A, PMI, strategy)Conduct competitive analyses to evaluate the relative strengths and weaknesses of key competitors, providing valuable insights for strategic decision-makingWho are you ?Skills and experience :Top Business School with a specialization in Corporate Finance5-8 years working experience, ideally in Transaction ServicesStrong financial analysis, modeling, business valuation and understanding of M&A process managementCollaboration, proactive mindset, and exceptional communication skillsAbility to manage multiple transactions simultaneously; strong project management and organizational skillsDemonstrate ability to perform effectively under pressure, showcase resilience and adaptability in challenging situationsStrong appetite to understand the complexities of the payments sectorExcellent knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Powerpoint, Word)Languages :Fluent French and English speaking, analysis, and writing skillsOther languages will be an advantage (German, Spanish, or other)Perks & BenefitsAt Worldline you’ll get the chance to be at the heart of the global payments technology industry and shape how the world pays and gets paid. On top of that, you will also:Be part of a company guided by a strong purpose to do good and recognized as top 1% of the most sustainable companies in all sectors worldwide.Work with inspiring colleagues and be empowered to learn, grow and accelerate your career.Annual bonuses (year-end, vacation, profit-sharing)32 days paid vacation and 13th month convertible into vacation time75% reimbursement of public transport costsVery active works council (evenings, trips, cultural and leisure subsidies, etc.)Teleworking agreementSubsidized company restaurantHealth and provident insuranceShape the evolutionWe are pushing towards the next frontiers of payments technology, and we look for big thinkers to join our journey. People with passion, can-do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. Here you’ll work with ambitious colleagues from around the world, take on unique challenges as a team, and make a real impact on the society. And with our empowering culture, strong technology and extensive training opportunities, we help you accelerate your career. Wherever you decide to go. Join our global team of over 18,000 innovators across 40+ countries, and shape a tomorrow that is yours to own.Learn more about life at Worldline at jobs.worldline.comWe are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any applicable legally protected characteristics.