PWHO WE ARE /ppAvolta is the world’s leading travel experience player. With a traveler-centric philosophy and a geographically diverse network, the travel retail and FB company addresses the needs of up to 2.3 billion passengers each year, with 5,500 outlets in more than 75 countries across six continents. Guided by their Destination 2027 strategy and boosted by their recent combination with travel FB giant Autogrill, the company is well positioned to realise their ambition to create a Travel Experience Revolution through their many locations at airports, motorways, cruise lines, seaports and railway stations amongst others. /ppPURPOSE OF THE ROLE /ppThe Strategic Planning MA Analyst plays a key role in shaping Avolta’s long-term business and financial strategy. This position contributes to the evaluation and follow-up of Avolta’s investment portfolio, ensuring maximum value creation and timely execution of Mergers Acquisitions projects. The role supports strategic planning through robust financial modeling, scenario analysis, and business insights, while actively partnering with cross-functional teams to assess new growth opportunities and drive the successful delivery of strategic initiatives. The role reports to Global Mergers and Acquisitions Director and is based in Milan, Italy. /ppRESPONSIBILITIES /pulliBuild and maintain robust financial models and forecasts to support strategic planning /liliDeliver accurate and insightful business analysis to guide leadership decisions and respond to ad-hoc requests /liliConduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to evaluate value creation opportunities and assess potential risks /liliCollaborate with Management and Initiative Leaders to assess new strategic opportunities and ensure alignment with growth objectives /liliMonitor strategic initiatives and coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve implementation challenges /liliSupport Avolta’s growth strategy through active involvement in identifying, assessing, and executing MA transactions, investments, joint ventures, and divestitures /liliCoordinate project streams across Finance, Operations, Legal, and Structuring to ensure seamless execution /liliPrepare investment memorandums, conduct valuations, and define key financial metrics and multiples /liliPerform risk assessments on proposed transactions and provide strategic recommendations /liliPartner with business leaders throughout the MA lifecycle to ensure strategic fit, smooth integration, and value optimization /li /ulp WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR /pulliBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred /lili2–4 years of relevant experience in investment banking, management consulting (Big-4), or corporate finance/business development within a multinational organization /liliExposure to the retail industry is a strong advantage /liliSolid understanding of corporate finance, valuation methodologies, and financial modeling /liliProven analytical and conceptual skills with a detail-oriented and solution-driven mindset /liliStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across cultures and levels /liliFluent in English; additional languages are a plus /liliProactive, reliable, and self-motivated with a collaborative and open-minded approach /li /ul