M&A Intern

Sonepar is an independent family‑owned company and a leading global distributor of electrical equipment, solutions, and services. With sales of €32.5 billion in 2024 and a presence in 40 countries , we are driving an ambitious transformation to provide our customers with an omnichannel experience and sustainable solutions across building, industry, and energy markets.

Sonepar’s 46 000 associates are committed to accelerating the world’s electrification and are guided by the Purpose: Powering Progress for Future Generations.

As part of a 3‑strong M&A team at head office, you will contribute to the company’s strategic growth and support managers at the highest level.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze acquisition opportunities
• Review presentation materials for Investment Committees (business cases, business plans and financial valuations)
• Coordinate due diligence processes with internal and external stakeholders
• Review legal documentation (LOI, SPA, other)
• Monitor the successful implementation of the integration plan for recent acquisitions
• Strategic analysis of market segments
• Monitor the performance of key competitors
• Coordinate external studies/Power BI analyses with Sonepar International Services (SIS)
• Occasionally support the team in conducting ad‑hoc and specific analyses for the needs of the Group’s General Management (CEO Office)
• Manage tasks independently and adapt as skills evolve

Skills & Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a business school or engineering school with Finance courses (master’s degree)
• Proficient in English, written and spoken (minimum level C1)
• Ideally has first work experience (internship) in M&A/Transaction Services/controlling/audit/finance in general
• Good knowledge of Excel / PowerPoint. PowerBI is a plus.
• Rigorous and able to synthesize information
• Keen to learn and adapt to a complex environment
• Team player, able to work in an international network with different cultures