Job Description
The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure.
Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions.
Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions.
The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP comprises the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world’s leading provider of OTC data, and an award-winning global electronic trading platform for asset managers.
The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world’s most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist.
Role Overview
The Group Strategy function plays a key role in developing and implementing TP ICAP’s business strategy, in assessing and executing acquisitions, commercial partnerships and other investments, as well as generally helping to shape the future direction of the business.
A key focus of the Corporate Strategy Senior Manager will be on M&A projects, but the role will also require involvement in a range of continuing and ad hoc organic initiatives. With respect to M&A, you will be responsible for a number of key processes across the entire deal life cycle, from the inception of an idea to consummation. The role will report to the Group Head of Strategy, and will often work closely with the Group Finance team and senior leaders within TP ICAP’s C-suite and business divisions.
Role Responsibilities
Business Strategy – Maintaining an understanding of the Company’s strategic and financial objectives, with the aim of furthering organic ambitions and initiatives, as well as working closely with TP ICAP’s core divisions to identify and assess relevant targets for potential acquisition and/or commercial partnerships. This will include developing financial models to quantitatively assess relevant opportunities
Deal Management – Leading and managing the M&A process, coordinating key due diligence workstreams with subject matter experts within the wider Group to evaluate the merits of a potential transaction. This often also involves working closely with third party financial and legal advisors
Decision-Making Process – Ensuring all M&A and significant commercial partnership decisions follow the corporate governance process for evaluating potential transactions including writing investment papers for the Executive Committee and Board approval
Research – Research work will include exploration and analysis of topics of interest to the firm, research on specific entities and competitors, and identification of targets having specific capabilities in areas that may be of interest to the Company
Post-Transaction Planning – Working closely with Group Finance and TP ICAP’s business units to facilitate the development of integration plans, and post-deal assessment frameworks.
Relationships – Group Strategy works in partnership with Group Finance on both the assessment and integration planning aspects of corporate transactions, as well as with the relevant business units.
Wider Strategy Group Work – The Group Strategy function is involved in a wide and varied range of group activity and initiatives, across asset classes and regions. As a senior member of the strategy function, your role will include involvement in the broader work of the Company and the team.
Deal Origination – Building and actively maintaining a robust universe of potential targets for acquisition and/or partnership. Engaging with private equity, investment banks, financial and legal advisors, trade associations, and relevant corporates, with the objective of actively identifying and engaging with attractive targets
Experience / Competencies
Essential
Proven and experienced communicator who is able to build trust, generate and maintain close working relationships, with both internal and external stakeholders.
Expertise in the financial analysis of corporate entities.
Excellent financial modelling and analytical skills.
Ability to credibly and confidently present to senior internal and external audiences.
Proven track record of dealing with and influencing across an organisation to achieve objectives especially in respect of Senior Management and external stakeholders.
Skilled in Microsoft applications (particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
Desired
Corporate Finance transaction experience, ideally within the financial services sector.
Big 4 / Corporate Strategy / Corporate Development / Investment Banking work experience, ideally focussed on the financial services sector (highly desirable).
Ability to provide objective advice.
Strategic and focused approach to delivery and continuous improvement.
Ability to ask necessary questions, grasp issues, and work to find creative and innovative solutions to problems.
Not The Perfect Fit?
Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us.
Company Statement
We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement.
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Location
UK - 135 Bishopsgate - London