Director/M&A Team for Energy & Infrastructure, Mexico City, Mexico

About our client
We are currently working with a major player in the Mexican power industry with more than 20 years of experience in the energy sector. Backed by a leading global infrastructure fund, our client has an exciting new opening for a Director of M&A. You will play a key role from deal sourcing/origination through to successful execution. The position is based in Mexico City.
What the job involves

• Source, originate, negotiate, and close investment opportunities both in Mexico and along the US/Mexico border.
• Lead the team responsible for the investment strategy.
• Oversee and supervise all financial analyses and models of potential investment opportunities.
• Manage the due diligence process and coordinate external collaborators.
• Identify areas of transaction risk and potential mitigation strategies.
• Support in the structuring and financing of the transactions.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders in all issues related to deal closing.

Who we are looking for

• Solid experience in M&A transactions, garnered at a leading investment bank or private equity fund.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the power generation and infrastructure industries in Mexico.
• Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, engineering, or related field; MBA a plus.
• Proactive, organized, and detail oriented.
• Superior negotiation, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.