Field of activity
Trading & Clearing is a division within Deutsche Börse Group and home of Xetra, Eurex, 360T, Crypto Finance as well as the European Energy Exchange. The Trading & Clearing Strategy section supports the development of the long-term organic and inorganic growth strategy from a division perspective. It maintains an ongoing business intelligence, manages organic and inorganic strategic projects, and acts as the interface to other areas within Deutsche Börse.
The Business Intelligence Team provides strategic insights across Deutsche Börse’s Trading & Clearing division. By combining market intelligence, competitor monitoring, and quantitative research, the team supports senior decision-makers in navigating industry shifts, growth opportunities and political and market dynamics.
As an M&A Analyst within the Business Intelligence Team, you will shape the Trading & Clearing division’s inorganic roadmap by identifying and analyzing strategic opportunities, evaluating partnerships and acquisitions, and supporting due diligence processes. You will actively screen the market for relevant opportunities, monitor competitor activity, and provide actionable insights to support decision making across the Trading & Clearing division.
Your responsibilities
1. You will be responsible for shaping and maintaining Trading & Clearing division’s M&A and venture pipeline by conducting market sizing, desk research, and opportunity assessments to identify relevant targets in collaboration with business stakeholders
2. You will screen the market for relevant acquisition, venture, and partnership targets; support outreach by preparing briefings, setting up introductions, and tracking interactions
3. You will conduct business case evaluations for potential targets, including strategic fit with existing offerings, revenue/cost synergies, and integration considerations
4. You will monitor and report competitor activity, including strategic moves, deal flow, and new product initiatives relevant to the Trading & Clearing division
5. You support due diligence efforts from a business perspective by coordinating with Trading & Clearing experts and consolidating commercial input for the central M&A team
6. You help prepare high-quality decision-making documents for senior management and steering committees
Your profile
7. You hold a top-tier university degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or a related field
8. You have at least 3 years of experience in M&A or Institutional Finance
9. You demonstrate strong analytical skills and an in-depth understanding of capital market microstructure, competitive positioning, and strategic fit of acquisition or investment targets
10. You are highly proficient in MS Office applications, especially PowerPoint and Excel
11. You show a high level of commitment, an independent working style, and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of seniority
12. You are fluent in written and spoken English; German language skills are a plus
Why Deutsche Börse Group?
We are committed to providing a work environment where everyone feels welcome and can reach their full potential. Our standards go far beyond simply matching candidates with the right position.
Mobility
We enable you to move freely with our job tickets, job (e-)bikes and free parking opportunities.
Work environment
Collaboration, communication, or deep focus – in our modern office buildings you will find the perfect work environment. Free drinks and food and meal allowances included.
Health and wellbeing
We care for your health and wellbeing and besides various health promotion measures we offer you a group accident insurance and additional insurance offers at discounted rates.
Financial stability
We provide financial stability by offering attractive salaries, company pension schemes, participation in our Group Share Plan, as well as bonuses, subsidies and discounts.
Hybrid work
Collaborate and exchange on-site or work remotely several days a week in line with business needs and local regulations. Our hybrid working model combines the best of both worlds.
Flexible working hours
We want your job to fit your life situation and offer flexible working time models, childcare allowance, or the possibility to study alongside your job.
Internationality
Our market infrastructures are globally connected. Working with us means collaborating with like-minded colleagues across over 60 locations from more than 100 nations.
Development
We promote individual development by offering internal development programmes, mentoring, further education and training budgets.