Senior Associate of Corporate Development and Mergers & Acquisitions, Entain
Offers annual bonus and ShareSave scheme
2+ days a week in office (Charter House, Barbican, London)
Sports betting and gaming entertainment provider
Posted today
Sports betting and gaming entertainment provider
1001+ employees
Posted today
Offers annual bonus and ShareSave scheme
2+ days a week in office (Charter House, Barbican, London)
1001+ employees
Company mission
To lead the change in sports betting, gaming and interactive entertainment.
Role
Who you are
- Substantial experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development, with exposure to M&A and strategic growth initiatives
- Strong academic record
- Advanced financial modeling skills, including valuation of complex transactions
- Proficiency in presenting findings to executive stakeholders and crafting high-quality business cases
- Strong commercial acumen and interest in the betting, gaming, technology, and entertainment industries
- Familiarity with corporate finance principles and business frameworks to guide strategic decisions
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage ambiguity, and meet tight deadlines
- Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling complex business challenges
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and influence key stakeholders
- A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively across teams and foster a culture of partnership
- A proactive, self-starter attitude with a commitment to delivering results
What the job involves
- Collaborate with senior leaders to identify and evaluate growth opportunities, including mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and global investments
- Take a lead on conducting due diligence, financial modeling, and valuation analysis to support acquisitions, investments, and divestitures, presenting recommendations to executive leadership
- Monitor industry trends, emerging competitors, and market dynamics to uncover opportunities and assess potential risks
- Provide in-depth analysis of consumer, technology, and market shifts to inform and refine Entain’s global corporate strategy
- Evaluate Entain’s performance relative to industry peers, using data-driven insights to support strategic recommendations
- Partner with cross-functional teams across the business to ensure the seamless execution of high-priority initiatives
- Contribute fresh ideas, industry knowledge, and innovative approaches to strengthen Entain’s position as a market leader
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Entain stands as a prominent global player in the sports betting and gaming industry, operating within the expansive realm of entertainment. Engaging in diverse facets of sports betting, gaming, and interactive entertainment, the company boasts ownership and management of a varied portfolio featuring renowned brands like Bwin, Coral, Foxy, and Ladbrokes.
At the core of its services, Entain facilitates sports betting, enabling users to wager on a multitude of sporting events. Additionally, the company offers an array of gaming services encompassing casino games, poker, and various interactive entertainment options. Leveraging advanced technological capabilities, Entain is uniquely positioned to deliver an unparalleled and sophisticated user experience.
The company's strategic prowess is evident through key partnerships, notably with MGM Resorts International, exemplifying its concerted efforts to establish a significant presence in the US market. Entain continues to navigate industry complexities, underpinned by its diverse brand portfolio, cutting-edge technology, and strategic collaborations.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
48% female employees
Company
Company benefits
- Private medical insurance
- Pension Scheme
- Sharesave Scheme
- Paid subscription to the mental wellbeing app Unmind
- Entain & Enhance days – 2 paid days off to focus on you professional or personal development
Company values
- Do what’s right
- Go beyond
- Keep it Simple
- Win together
Company HQ
Stratford, London, UK
Articles
Leadership
Stella David
(CEO)Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Entain
- Levelling the playing field. At Entain we do what’s right. It’s one of our core values. Which is why we’re taking the lead when it comes to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive future - for our people, the wider sports betting industry, and society beyond. Our purpose at Entain is to bring moments of excitement into people’s lives. But none of this would be possible without our people working at their best. To achieve that, we’re creating an environment where everyone can feel psychologically safe, included and heard. Where being accepted for who you are is a given. Here, we celebrate individual differences, and make sure everyone is supported, and empowered, to thrive.
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