Employer: Icon Oncology Role Purpose To play a lead analytical and execution support role in the Group’s acquisition and capital allocation strategy. The M&A Associate will independently develop valuation models, lead preparation of investment committee submissions (for replacement capex and new projects), support financial due diligence processes, and assist in transaction execution and post-deal performance tracking. The role suits a high-potential candidate within a fast-growing corporate. Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Modelling & Valuation • Build and own fully integrated three-statement financial models for acquisitions and strategic investments. • Perform advanced valuation analyses (DCF, IRR, NPV, comparable company analysis, precedent transactions). • Develop downside, sensitivity, and scenario analyses to assess transaction risk. • Review and challenge financial assumptions provided by target management or internal stakeholders. • Present valuation outputs and key risks to the CFO. 2. Investment Case & Business Case Preparation • Lead internal financial due diligence workstreams on acquisition targets. • Analyse quality of earnings, working capital requirements, cash flow sustainability and debt positions. • Identify financial red flags and integration risks. • Manage financial data requests and coordinate with external advisors (legal, tax, financial DD providers). • Summarise key findings and present risks and mitigation strategies to CFO. • Work with operational leaders to translate strategic initiatives into financial business cases. 3. Financial Due Diligence Support • Lead internal financial due diligence workstreams on acquisition targets. • Analyse quality of earnings, working capital requirements, cash flow sustainability and debt positions. • Identify financial red flags and integration risks. • Manage financial data requests and coordinate with external advisors (legal, tax, financial DD providers). • Summarise key findings and present risks and mitigation strategies to CFO.. 4. Transaction Support • Support transaction execution processes including data room analysis and financial information requests. • Assist with transaction structuring analysis and funding considerations. • Support post-deal financial integration and performance tracking. 5. Portfolio & Performance Monitoring • Track performance of acquired or invested businesses versus acquisition assumptions. • Compare actual performance against acquisition case assumptions. • Conduct post-investment reviews and lessons-learned analyses. • Support financial integration planning and synergy tracking.