Strategy Analyst – M&A

Strategy Analyst

Job Location: Ideally based out of our Melbourne, Bourke Street Office or Flinders Street Office in Adelaide but any of our major office locations in Australia will be considered – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, such as hybrid, flexibility and 9-day fortnight.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems (BAES) and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

Join our Strategy and M&A team and play a key role in shaping the organisation’s growth agenda. Working closely with senior leaders, you’ll support the development of the M&A pipeline, identify and assess acquisition opportunities, and contribute to the execution of transactions from strategy through to integration. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially-minded professional looking to gain broad exposure to mergers, acquisitions, divestments, and strategic initiatives.

Core Duties:

• Support the development, curation and prioritisation of the M&A and Divestment opportunity pipeline, ensuring alignment with enterprise and business unit growth strategies.
• Identify, assess and qualify acquisition and divestment opportunities through market research, target identification and Target Qualification Assessments (TQAs).
• Contribute to the development of strategic rationale, business cases and engagement strategies for priority M&A opportunities.
• Support governance and approval processes, including stakeholder consultation and preparation of approval papers.
• Assist in the execution of M&A and divestment transactions, including project coordination, stakeholder management, due diligence and transaction planning.
• Undertake commercial and financial analysis, including valuations, synergy assessments and transaction modelling.
• Contribute to the preparation of transaction materials, management presentations, communications and approval documentation.
• Support integration and separation planning activities in partnership with business stakeholders and external advisers.
• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders, target organisations and external consultants throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Partner with the Head of Strategy, Head of M&A and M&A Manager on strategic initiatives and projects as required.

About You:

• Degree-qualified in a relevant field (Commerce, Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, Law).
• Strong commercial and strategic thinking, with the ability to identify and assess growth opportunities.
• Proven analytical skills, including financial modelling, business case development, valuation and market analysis.
• Ability to conduct research, evaluate acquisition targets and provide clear recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across business functions and with external advisers.
• High attention to detail, sound judgement and a proactive, outcomes-focused approach
• Experience in mergers and acquisitions, corporate development, strategy, corporate finance, investment banking, consulting, transaction services, or a related field is desired but not essential.
• Computer literacy, with intermediate knowledge of MS Suite. Familiarity with tools like SharePoint and Oracle is desirable
• Ability to hold and maintain Government Security Clearance.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances.