The VP M&A is responsible for managing all acquisitions and divestitures within Essity globally. You will develop and drive the M&A strategy, collaborating with Business Units. Reporting to the CFO, you will engage with BU Leadership and senior stakeholders across the organization. This role oversees a company with EUR 13 billion in revenue and approximately 36,000 employees.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
* Propose M&A strategies based on business evaluations
* Lead the M&A process, including negotiations
* Align group M&A activities with corporate strategy by collaborating with senior management and stakeholders
* Oversee acquisitions and divestitures, ensuring standards and risk management, working with legal, tax, technical, and environmental experts
* Prepare and advise on key figures for stakeholders and the Board
* Lead and develop the M&A team in efficiency, structure, and talent
* Provide expert advice to functions and management
* Drive the M&A agenda by identifying opportunities and strategic initiatives
WHO YOU ARE
* Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
* Strong understanding of financial statements, valuation, and modelling
* Ability to identify investment opportunities, assess risks, and make decisions
* Experience in developing and executing M&A strategies
* Skilled in target evaluation and fit assessment
* Effective negotiation skills with stakeholders
* Knowledge of legal aspects of M&A, including contracts and compliance
* Proactive, business-minded, and commercially oriented
* Experience leading cross-functional teams through due diligence, integration, and post-merger phases
* Ability to communicate complex ideas to executives and external parties
* Relationship-building skills internally and externally
Position is based in Stockholm, Sweden, but can be located at any major Essity location in Europe.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
At Essity, we believe every career is unique. We empower employees to reach their full potential within a culture driven by purpose, innovation, and sustainability. Our offerings include a collaborative culture, empowerment, impactful work, learning opportunities, health and safety focus, sustainable values, and total rewards.
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