M&A Operations Associate – Secondment

Group M&A
Job Description
M&A Operations Associate
 

We are seeking an M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions )Operations Associate to be seconded to Group Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) for 6-12 months, to support the Group M&A Director (and Group M&A team) in managing and coordinating activities related to the RR Group’s extensive portfolio of projects including divestments, partnerships, acquisitions, fundraisings, etc.

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

What you will be doing

Responsibilities and Skillsets

The M&A Operations Associate would carry out the following:

• Coordinate weekly M&A team calls (including compiling key inputs on project updates) and ensure that the relevant team tools and systems are kept up to date
• Update and manage programme tracker materials (XLS, PPT) with latest information and support the preparation of materials for project steering committees, ET, Board and other audiences as required
• Monitor project timelines, milestones, project budgets and payments (advisors, consultants, contractors) in collaboration with other teams. Provide early warning of any divergences
• Coordinate with Group Financial Planning & Analysis to ensure the latest 5YP and internal reporting reflects the latest programme information.
• Support members of the M&A team with ad-hoc elements of live M&A deals

Who we are looking for

The M&A Operations Associate would have the following qualities:

• At least two years of programme management experience in some capacity
• Solid understanding of RR businesses, external environment, and internal Group structure
• Some working level relationships across the Group, with an ambition to further expand those
• Extensive experience with Excel, Powerpoint, and Word – with ability to prepare clear, concise and professional internal discussion materials
• Basic understanding of finance principles including financial statements and valuation
• Ability to communicate across the Group to not only collect data, but to distribute key messages, coordinate key activities, and encourage pace and progress with project teams
• Willingness to be primarily on site (vs remote) to spend in-person time with project teams and key stakeholders
• Ability to work to tight timelines, be adaptable and thrive in a continuous learning environment.

Details

This role is anticipated to be fulfilled by an internal resource, seconded for 6 to 12 months (depending on other responsibilities) on a full-time basis.

The successful candidate will be preferably London based (to work in close proximity to the Group M&A team and leadership) but could also be based in Derby or Bristol - with some limited regional travel - or US or Germany, if the candidate shows strong internal relationships and communication skills.

The role would be considered hybrid, but the expectation is to be in the office for a minimum of 3 days per week.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate but is anticipated to be SNBG 07-10 

This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade. 

It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.   

Closing Date 19/03/2026