Manager - MandA

Job description:

Purpose of the Job

The Manager - M&A at Aramex plays a pivotal role in driving the company’s ambitious global expansion strategy. This role is responsible for leading the entire mergers and acquisitions lifecycle, from sourcing and evaluating opportunities to execution and post-merger integration, with an emphasis on enhancing Aramex’s capabilities in logistics, last-mile delivery, and freight forwarding across air, land, and sea transportation channels. The successful candidate will contribute to shaping the companys growth trajectory through strategic investments and partnerships that align with its long-term vision.

Job Description

Strategic Deal Sourcing & Market Intelligence

• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize acquisition and investment opportunities that fit the global growth strategy and product offering.
• Conduct comprehensive market mapping across priority geographies and verticals.
• Develop investment theses aligned with Aramex’s s global growth strategy and long-term value creation objectives.
• Build strong relationships with advisors, industry leaders, and target companies to identify and develop actionable transactions that fit the business strategy.

End‑to‑End Transaction Management

• Lead and manage full M&A processes—including initial screening, commercial assessment, financial evaluation, deal structuring, and negotiation.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams globally (finance, tax, commercial, operations, HR, IT, legal, compliance) to ensure seamless transaction delivery.
• Work closely with senior leadership and business units to align transaction decisions with Aramex’s global priorities.

Due Diligence & Risk Assessment

• Drive and oversee comprehensive due diligence, ensuring high-quality analysis across operational, commercial, financial, tax, legal, and digital/technology domains.
• Synthesize key findings into clear reports and executive-ready insights, highlighting risks, synergies, and integration considerations.
• Partner with legal and external advisors to support negotiation of key deal terms and documentation.

Valuation, Financial Modelling & Investment Analysis

• Build robust financial models and perform valuations using DCF, trading/transaction comps, and scenario analysis.
• Prepare high-impact materials and detailed valuation reports, translating complex financial insights into clear, actionable presentations for senior leadership and investment committees.
• Understanding of key financial and accounting adjustments including working capital, net debt, tax impacts, etc.

Integration Planning & Value Realization

• Support post-merger integration, ensuring captured synergies in areas such as operational efficiency, network optimization, technology adoption, and commercial expansion.
• Collaborate with integration teams to ensure smooth onboarding of acquired entities and alignment with Aramex’s operating model.

Process Excellence & M&A Framework Enhancement

• Enhance Aramex’s M&A playbooks, tools, templates to improve speed, accuracy, and to maintain a robust M&A execution model.
• Stay informed of global logistics, supply chain, and digital transformation trends to ensure Aramex maintains strong competitive positioning. 

Job Requirements - Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Advanced degree such as an MBA or a specialized Master’s in Finance or Economics; professional certifications like CFA or FMVA are highly valued.
• Demonstrable 3 to 5 years of progressive experience managing end-to-end M&A transactions within Investment Banking, Private Equity, Corporate Development, or Transaction Advisory roles.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for financial analysis and presentation development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; additional language skills such as Arabic or others are considered an asset.
• Proven track record of effectively managing comprehensive M&A processes, including due diligence, negotiation, and post-merger integration.
• Knowledge and experience within the transport and logistics sector will be regarded as a significant advantage.
• Experience dealing with cross-border transactions or emerging markets is a plus, showcasing adaptability in diverse business environments.

Application Deadline: April 22nd, 2026

Aramex is excited to invite talented and motivated individuals to apply for The Mergers & Acquisitions Manager role. Please ensure your application is submitted before the deadline to be considered for this fantastic opportunity. Dont miss out on the chance to join our dynamic team and make a significant impact in the logistics industry. Apply now!

Leadership Behaviors Building Outstanding Teams Setting a clear direction Simplification Collaborate & break silos Execution & Accountability Growth mindset Innovation Inclusion External focus Skills Accounting Due Diligence Mergers and Acquisitions Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Excel Knowledge of Finance Investment Banking Financial Modeling

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