Corporate Finance Leader

Purpose of the role:

Group responsibility overseeing, leading or supporting investment initiatives in the core businesses. Lead acquisition, divestment, and restructuring initiatives with a strategic focus on optimizing or expanding Inter IKEA’s value chain. This involves engaging in various industries and transactions directly linked to Inter IKEA's unique business models and objectives. Additionally, the role requires monitoring the performance of acquired, divested, or restructured entities to ensure their smooth integration into the existing business framework when necessary.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough valuation processes for industries, markets, business models, or individual companies, ensuring strategic alignment.
• Support in identifying potential targets by analyzing relevant KPIs, market trends, and industry standards.
• Act as a liaison among all parties in transaction processes, assisting with negotiations and ensuring all perspectives are considered.
• Analyze and maintain the overall financial performance of Inter IKEA’s entities and projects, ensuring sustainable growth.
• Manage and oversee investment projects, considering diverse aspects such as legal, tax, and financial regulatory frameworks. This includes building and maintaining relationships with internal and external service providers to ensure smooth collaboration and effective delivery. Additionally, lead Due Diligence processes across various disciplines, with a strong emphasis on financial aspects, to ensure informed decision-making. Finally, monitor and facilitate the integration of newly acquired businesses or restructuring initiatives to align with Inter IKEA’s strategies and goals.

The position is a new role, an opportunity to build a new function within Inter IKEA. We are looking for candidates who are curious about business models and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams across borders and cultures. This role is perfect for someone who is motivated by the chance to innovate and work in a dynamic, international environment.

Knowledge:

• A master’s degree in Finance & Investment or a closely related field.
• Post-master education is preferred.
• 8-12 years of experience in M&A advisory/PE and in a corporate environment is preferred.
• Strong understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks surrounding M&A processes.

Motivation:

• Motivated by targets and reaching deadlines. Tolerance for working under pressure.
• Strong drive to lead and energize cross-functional teams.
• A forward-thinking mindset with a proactive approach to challenges and opportunities.

Skills:

• Advanced financial modeling, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proficient in connecting diverse topics, identifying synergies, and proposing practical solutions.
• Ability to handle complex financial and operational issues efficiently.
• Experienced in project management, particularly in the context of investment and integration processes.
• Able to build relationships cross-border and cross -functional.
• Aware of time constraints and taking next steps timely to prevent bottlenecks.

Inter IKEA Group is the group of companies that connects IKEA franchisees with range development and suppliers, and aligns the overall IKEA strategic direction. All to create a better everyday life for the many people.

The Group consists of three core businesses: Retail Concept, Range and Supply. The three core businesses work together with franchisees and suppliers to co-create an even better IKEA offer and franchise system. Inter IKEA Group aims to provide the best possible conditions for implementing and operating the IKEA Concept, and to create a strong platform for growth.

The vibrant culture of IKEA secures an environment where ideas are heard and there is an opportunity to learn new skills. Employees are given the possibility to grow, both as individuals and in their professional roles. It’s a truly global environment with many challenges and development opportunities.

For more info see: https://www.inter.ikea.com/