What you will do:** + Lead on financial models, in collaboration with business and finance teams + Support end-to-end M&A transactions, including due diligence, valuation, development of business case, deal execution and legal documents + Manage interactions during transaction process with internal working group, external advisors, and seller / target + Develop and maintain potential acquisition target list, by working with business division leadership to understand strategic growth priorities + Support with drafting Investment Memos for Cengage Group executives and Board **Skills You Will Need Here:** + Undergraduate degree, preferably in a relevant field such as business or finance + 3-5 years relevant work experience in investment banking, M&A advisory, private equity, corporate development / M&A + Prior experience at an education, media or technology firm is useful but not required + M&A due diligence and deal execution experience + Strong financial and valuation modeling skills and understanding of financial statements + Strategic and analytical thinking, solid project management and problem-solving skills + Effective communications skills, written and verbal, with the ability to develop rapport and credibility across the organization and convey analysis and proposals succinctly + Self-starter with strong attention to detail and focus on outcomes, who is also highly collaborative and able to lead cross-functional teams Cengage is committed to working with broad talent pools to attract and hire strong and most qualified individuals. **About Cengage** Cengage, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready.