Secretary
Julphar · Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- On site
- Full-time
- AED 200,000 / year
- Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job highlights
- Lead M&A deal execution in pharma/healthcare.
- Develop financial models and strategic assessments.
- Manage due diligence and negotiations.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Reg.
- Requires 10+ years M&A experience.
About the role
About Julphar
Julphar is on a journey of culture transformation with a mission to provide a better quality of life for the entire family by delivering best-in-class solutions and real value with compassion and professionalism. Our core values: Respect, Collaboration, Innovation, Integrity, and Compassion, combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, are key drivers in our aim to make a positive impact on the lives of the patients we serve, enable talent, create a healthy work environment, and accomplish our goals through world-class research and the commitment of our employees.M&A Manager Recruitment Brief
We are seeking a strategic, analytically strong M&A professional with solid deal execution experience in the pharma/healthcare sector, preferably strengthened by BD/licensing exposure. The ideal candidate will be familiar with pharma regulatory landscapes and capable of partnering cross-functionally to successfully deliver M&A projects.Core Technical Competencies
- End-to-End M&A Execution Experience
- Target screening & strategic fit assessment
- Financial modelling & valuation
- Due diligence coordination
- Deal negotiation & structuring
- Post-merger integration planning
Sector Knowledge: Pharma / Life Sciences
- Life sciences–specific transaction knowledge
- Exposure to BD/licensing helpful
- Understanding of drug portfolios, regulatory pathways, pharma/biotech deals
Strategic & Analytical Capabilities
- Strategic Thinking and Scenario Modelling: Translate corporate strategy into actionable M&A priorities, assess long-term value creation, synergy realization, and risk.
- Strong Financial Acumen: Financial valuation modelling, forecasting deal impact and scenario analysis, valuation under varied regulatory timelines.
Industry & Regional Fit
- Experience in MENA markets and other emerging markets.
- Familiar with varied regulatory frameworks.
- Exposure to cross-border transaction complexity.
- Ability to collaborate across all functions with a good understanding of Regulatory, R&D, and Manufacturing.
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Executive Communication & Stakeholder Management: Manage cross-functional project teams, present complex deal structures, influence decision-making, manage external advisors (e.g. consultancies, auditors).
- High Ownership & Ability to Drive Processes Independently.
Preferred Background & Experience
- 10+ years in M&A, Corporate Development, or Transaction Advisory.
- Experience in pharmaceuticals, biotech, or healthcare services.
- Proven track record of closed transactions (deal sheet required).
- Exposure to licensing, partnerships, JV structures.
- Prior roles in: Pharma corporates (M&A/BD), Big 4 Transaction Services, Investment banking (Healthcare coverage), Boutique healthcare M&A firms.
Key skills/competency
- M&A Execution
- Financial Modeling
- Valuation
- Due Diligence
- Deal Negotiation
- Merger Integration
- Pharma/Healthcare Sector Knowledge
- Strategic Analysis
- Stakeholder Management
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Skills & topics
- M&A Manager
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Corporate Development
- Deal Execution
- Pharmaceutical M&A
- Healthcare M&A
- Financial Modeling
- Valuation
- Due Diligence
- Strategy
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 10+ years of M&A, Corporate Development, or Transaction Advisory experience, emphasizing pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare services. Quantify your achievements and include a deal sheet.
- Showcase sector expertise: Clearly demonstrate your understanding of life sciences transactions, regulatory frameworks, and pharma/biotech deals in your application.
- Emphasize strategic acumen: Detail your experience in financial modeling, valuation, target screening, and cross-functional collaboration in your cover letter and resume.
- Research Julphar's values: Align your application with Julphar's core values of Respect, Collaboration, Innovation, Integrity, and Compassion.
- Prepare for case studies: Be ready to discuss past M&A deal structures, challenges, and outcomes during the interview process.
Technical preparation
Master financial modeling and valuation techniques.,Practice M&A deal structuring scenarios.,Review pharma regulatory landscapes.,Prepare case studies on past deals.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex M&A negotiation.,How do you assess strategic fit?,Manage cross-functional project teams effectively.,Demonstrate high ownership and drive.
Frequently asked questions
- What specific experience does Julphar look for in an M&A Manager candidate?
- Julphar seeks an M&A Manager with over 10 years of experience in M&A, Corporate Development, or Transaction Advisory, specifically within the pharma, biotech, or healthcare services sectors. Proven deal execution, financial modeling, valuation, due diligence coordination, and negotiation skills are crucial. Exposure to BD/licensing and familiarity with MENA markets and regulatory landscapes are highly preferred.
- Is experience in the MENA region a strict requirement for the M&A Manager role at Julphar?
- While experience in MENA markets and other emerging markets is highly preferred for the M&A Manager position, Julphar also values strong foundational M&A skills and pharma/healthcare sector knowledge. If you have extensive experience in cross-border transactions and can demonstrate a strong understanding of varied regulatory frameworks, your application will still be considered.
- What are the key technical competencies required for the M&A Manager at Julphar?
- The key technical competencies for the M&A Manager role at Julphar include end-to-end M&A execution, target screening and strategic fit assessment, financial modeling and valuation, due diligence coordination, deal negotiation and structuring, and post-merger integration planning. A deep understanding of the pharma/life sciences sector is also essential.
- How important is cross-functional collaboration for the M&A Manager role at Julphar?
- Cross-functional collaboration is highly important for the M&A Manager role at Julphar. The role requires the ability to partner effectively with teams across Regulatory, R&D, and Manufacturing, alongside managing external advisors. Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills are key to influencing decision-making and driving M&A projects to success.
- What kind of deal sheet does Julphar expect from M&A Manager applicants?
- Julphar expects a proven track record of closed transactions, which should be reflected in a comprehensive deal sheet submitted with your application. This document should detail your involvement in past M&A deals, showcasing your experience in execution, negotiation, and strategic assessment within the pharma/healthcare sector.