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Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions

Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions

HARMANStamford, CT, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Manager Mergers And Acquisitions

Location : Stamford - Connecticut, USA

Additional Location : Novi - Michigan, USA - Cabot Drive

Worker Type Reference : Regular - Permanent

Pay Rate Type : Salary

Career Level : P4

Job ID : R-45846-2025

Description & Requirements

About the Role

In this role, you will be participating in and driving our strategic growth initiatives. You will lead and support the execution of the full spectrum of M&A activities, from industry research and pipeline generation to complex financial modeling, valuation, and the preparation of critical investment committee and board approval materials.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact global projects, gaining significant exposure to C-level discussions and decision-making processes. Join our high-caliber Global Strategy and M&A team and gain valuable exposure to HARMAN's diverse global businesses and practices

What You Will Do

  • Drive deal execution and analysis, independently developing detailed financial models and valuation scenarios for critical transactions, while collaborating seamlessly with cross-functional HARMAN teams
  • Synthesize complex data into compelling presentations and actionable investment conclusions for executive management review
  • Create executive level M&A reports / communications to senior leadership audiences.
  • Orchestrate comprehensive due diligence activities and ensure project timelines are met through effective coordination with senior stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with HARMAN's Strategy and Business teams to proactively build and cultivate a robust M&A target pipeline
  • Monitor and analyze key inorganic activities (M&A, investments, joint ventures, partnerships) and developments within the automotive and consumer electronics industries

What You Need to Be Successful

  • MBA degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field is required
  • 5+ years of progressive work experience, with a minimum of 3 years dedicated specifically to M&A activities
  • Proven knowledge in the M&A transaction lifecycle, including due diligence, financial analysis, valuation, deal structuring, and negotiation
  • Strong financial concepts and analytical, modelling skills with experience in discounted cash flow, and relative valuation methods (e.g., trading and transaction comparable)
  • A skilled and articulate communicator, able to complex information into clear, concise verbal and written presentations for all levels of the business and diverse cross-functional teams
  • Demonstrated strong project management abilities, crucial for overseeing intricate M&A initiatives
  • Ability to thrive both independently and collaboratively within a dynamic, global, cross-functional, and cross-time zone environment

    • Bonus Points if You Have

  • Direct experience within a corporate development team is highly desirable.
  • Have or making progress toward CFA
  • Industry related knowledge and experience in automotive, consumer electronics

    • What Makes You Eligible

  • Must be willing to travel 25% of the time (including international travelling)
  • Able to report to an office located in Stamford, CT or Novi, MI (hybrid)
  • Due to the nature of global team, you understand that flexibility in working hours is required
  • Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment

    • What We Offer

  • Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
  • Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
  • Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
  • Competitive wellness benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program
  • An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

    • Pay Transparency : $ 123,750 - $ 181,500

    Pay is based on a wide range of factors, including, without limitation, skill set, experience, training, location, and business need.

    Benefits

    HARMAN is interested in the health and wellbeing of you and your family and offers a range of benefits designed to support your needs for holistic wellbeing. Benefits and perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with HARMAN, and may include paid vacation and holidays, paid sick leave, volunteer leave, and paid bonding and care giver leave. Employees may also be eligible to participate in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility support and adoption assistance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan with employer match, short and long term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

    You Belong Here

    HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

    About HARMAN : Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

    Ever since the 1920s, we've been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

    Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today's most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world's ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

    If you're ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

    Important Notice : Recruitment Scams

    Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com' email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn / email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in '@harman.com' about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through : harmancareers@harman.com.

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