KFC · 7 hours ago
Senior MandA Transaction Lead (Short-Term Assignment)
KFC Latin America & Caribbean is seeking a highly skilled Senior M&A Transaction Lead to support the Mergers & Acquisitions initiatives within their Development department. This role involves identifying growth opportunities and developing acquisition strategies to enhance store development.
Restaurants
Responsibilities
Support research activities to help identify potential acquisition targets and compile target lists based on defined criteria
Assist in preparing financial models and simple valuations to assess the financial health and strategic fit of acquisition prospects
Support the design of transaction structures, collaborate with internal stakeholders to contribute insights and analysis that inform acquisition approaches aligned with global standards and Yum! strategic priorities
Develop clear, concise materials for internal reviews, investment committees, and global leadership alignment
Prepare supporting materials for internal discussions, including PowerPoint decks and summaries and financial analysis
Collaborate with teams across Legal, Finance, Development, and Operations to support transaction workstreams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field (MBA or equivalent is a plus)
Proven experience in M&A, corporate finance, or strategy roles within a multinational environment
Solid understanding of financial modeling and due diligence processes
Strong strategic insight and the ability to communicate complex ideas to senior leadership
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Fluent in English, proficiency in Spanish a plus
Preferred
Knowledge of the Latin American market and experience working across multiple countries in the region preferred