Analyst – Mergers & Acquisitions and Business Development Special Projects

Location: Roodepoort, Gauteng, South Africa
Company: MTN Group
Department: Mergers, Acquisitions and Business Development

Purpose of the Role

The Analyst will support MTN’s strategic growth by contributing to M&A and Business Development projects. This includes research, financial analysis, strategic planning, and project execution aligned with MTN’s vision of becoming Africa’s leading digital platform business.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning Support

Assist in shaping MTN’s long-term strategy
Identify emerging technologies, market shifts, and business models

Financial and Strategic Analysis

Build and maintain financial models (valuations, scenarios, investment decisions)
Analyze global trends and macroeconomic indicators
Support scenario planning to guide strategic direction

Research and Benchmarking

Conduct industry and competitor benchmarking
Gather and synthesize market data to support M&A initiatives

Project Execution

Support senior team members in delivering project milestones
Assist with due diligence and transaction documentation across the M&A lifecycle

Presentation and Communication

Create impactful presentation materials for internal and external use
Communicate data-driven insights and strategic recommendations effectively

Key Deliverables

Financial models and valuations
Feasibility studies and benchmarking reports
Strategic trend and market insights

Role Dependencies

Engagement with the Executive: Business Development
Strong alignment with MTN’s business strategy
Collaboration with internal M&A and functional support teams

Qualifications and Experience

Education

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field
Postgraduate qualification is advantageous

Experience

Minimum 2 years in a relevant role (M&A, strategy, finance, or business development)
Exposure to emerging markets preferred
Experience working in cross-functional teams and matrix structures
Medium to large corporate experience beneficial

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies

Financial modelling
Business and market analysis
Corporate finance

Behavioural and Interpersonal

Analytical and detail-oriented
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong initiative and willingness to learn
High integrity and professionalism
Team-oriented with ability to work under pressure

MTN’s Culture and Values

MTN is committed to driving digital and social transformation across Africa. Their workplace culture is rooted in the LIVE Y’ello values:

Lead with Care
Can-Do with Integrity
Collaborate with Agility
Serve with Respect
Act with Inclusion

MTN promotes a workplace that supports creativity, purpose-driven work, employee well-being, and diversity.

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Analyst – Mergers & Acquisitions and Business Development Special Projects