About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

We are searching for a new M&A Analyst join Orica’s global Development team. Our Development team exists to support and drive critical corporate decisions and acquisition and divestment opportunities. This exciting and very rare opportunity will support the Manager – Growth with the analysis of business performance, identification of execution opportunities and supporting business units in execution of transactions. 

In this critical role, you will be responsible for creating value by structuring, modelling and presenting proposed investments to senior decision makers including our Executive Committee, CEO and Board of Directors. To be successful in the role, you will bring a background in M&A from an industry or investment banking background and have a strong commercial acumen and numerical skills. If you are entrepreneurial, professional, committed and proactive in your approach, we want to hear from you.
 

What you will be doing

• Develop, interpret, and present financial analysis for important M&A initiatives, including building best practice models as well as working with analysis developed by Business Units.
• Assess and communicate the strategic importance of potential M&A opportunities, including developing Executive and Board papers.
• Support key workstreams for the Development Team, including developing regional and product M&A strategies, identification and execution of M&A transactions, assessing strategic initiatives and supporting the broader Development Team and Orica business.
• Work and influence effectively with a diverse range of functional groups across the enterprise, including global Strategic Marketing & Technology, Manufacturing and Supply, Group Finance and Regional teams.
   

What you will bring

• Role ideally suited to individuals with 4+ years’ work experience in a tier 1 or 2 investment bank or reputable accounting firm. 
• Relevant tertiary qualification in business, economics, finance or equivalent. Tertiary qualification in law, engineering, science or equivalent also highly regarded.
• Experience in transaction execution, including Due Diligence is highly advantageous.
• Proven structured problem solving, analytical and quantitative skills.
• Advanced MS Excel based financial modelling capabilities, being modelling of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and other complex transaction structures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to present strategic logic and recommended pathways, coupled with the ability to present succinctly to senior key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with senior internal stakeholders.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.