The Capital Allocation & Investments team is a new function within Agilent that will play a critical role in shaping capital deployment strategy, driving financial analysis, and decision-making across M&A, organic growth (e.g. new product launches), and portfolio optimization initiatives. The team partners closely with Corporate Development and serves as a key advisor to senior leadership across business groups, finance, and other functional stakeholders.
Reporting to the Director, Capital Allocation & Investments, this role is responsible for leading financial analyses in support of high complexity projects, with a primary focus on M&A. Over time, this role will also play a key role in developing core frameworks and infrastructure to enhance capital allocation discipline.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate capital allocation opportunities across full spectrum of M&A, organic growth projects (e.g. new product launches), and portfolio optimization
Support business case development, collaborating closely with business leadership / key stakeholders to drive alignment and executive support
Perform M&A due diligence, partnering closely with Corporate Development and external advisors (e.g. investment bankers, consultants)
Conduct portfolio analysis to inform prioritization, capital allocation trade-offs, and long-term strategic planning
Bachelor’s or master’s degree
4+ years of professional experience in either investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or valuation / transaction services
Strong understanding of advanced corporate finance concepts (valuation, investment returns, EPS accretion / dilution) with ability to lead workstreams independently
Experience working on M&A deal teams or in a similar capacity
Exceptional attention to detail with ability to communicate key business insights to leadership
Strategic mindset with ability to identify and evaluate growth opportunities
High level of self-drive, proactivity, and ownership mentality
Broad exposure to life science tools and/or software industries a plus
We offer:
Permanent contract in a fast-growing global company
Challenging projects in a dynamic collaborative team
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Work-Life-Balance programs
Training and development opportunities
The diversity of cultural and individual perspectives held by our employees and their dedication to inclusion
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely.Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.Travel Required: OccasionalShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: FinanceSkills Required
- Bachelor's or master's degree
- 4+ years professional experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or valuation/transaction services
- Strong understanding of advanced corporate finance concepts (valuation, investment returns, EPS accretion/dilution)
- Experience working on M&A deal teams or in a similar capacity
- Ability to lead workstreams independently and communicate key business insights to leadership
- Strategic mindset to identify and evaluate growth opportunities
- High level of self-drive, proactivity, and ownership mentality
- Broad exposure to life science tools and/or software industries
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Retirement Support — The core U.S. package highlights a generous 401(k) match as a strength. Retirement programs are positioned as competitive within the company’s total rewards.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a discount provides accessible equity and augments total compensation. Ownership opportunities are presented as a notable advantage alongside retirement benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off, company holidays, a personal holiday, and paid volunteer time create a broad leave offering. Time off can accrue into multiple weeks in the first year, supporting flexibility.
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