M&A Deal Transformation & Strategy Trainee

Are you curious, eager to learn and passionate about working with Mergers & Acquisitions? Join our Deal Transformation team as a Trainee in 2027! Our Deal Transformation team provides integration, separation, HR, IT and commercial due diligence services as well as design, planning and execution support of integration and separation programmes typically in an M&A context. Our team’s offering also includes strategy, profitability and working capital improvement services. As part of our ambitious growth strategy, we are now looking for the right candidates to join our team of multi-disciplinary M&A experts. We are looking for students who are finalising their studies or who have already graduated to join our team for 4-5 months, starting at the end of 2026 or beginning of 2027. Our ambition is to offer full-time positions after the Trainee period. What will your role include? As a Trainee in Deal Transformation, you will support our experienced professionals with: Integration, separation and operational due diligence for M&A transactions Commercial due diligence on acquisition targets, assessing market attractiveness, growth outlook, customer needs, competitive positioning, pricing, channel dynamics, risks and upside potential Analysing target company data to build the synergy potential case for a proposed M&A deal Reviewing separation complexities and potential standalone costs of divestments Preparing/facilitating workshops and meetings for integration, separation and performance improvement programs while managing key programme milestones, governance and risks In performance improvement projects, you will assist in analysing company financials to identify areas for profitability improvement You will have the opportunity to work directly with clients, supported by our seasoned specialists who are committed to accelerating your development in M&A and Strategy. In addition, you will gain exposure to diverse transactions, industries, and geographies, building a comprehensive foundation for your professional career. You can read more about the Trainee period here . Why Deloitte? 💚 As a Trainee, you will have a meaningful impact on the development of the industry and your career path according to your own interests and strengths. 💚 You will be part of a supportive and inclusive work environment where your people leader, buddy, and experienced colleagues guide and inspire you. 💚 Our flexible working conditions allow you to work in a hybrid model at our office, client sites, and remotely. What do we hope from you? To succeed in this role, you should have: An excellent academic record with a relevant master’s degree, e.g. from business or industrial engineering (graduated or close to graduation) Solid skills in Excel and PowerPoint Good interpersonal and communication skills and excellent command of both Finnish and English A proactive and hands-on attitude for delivering high-quality client experience Analytical and result-oriented mindset An interest to pursue a career in M&A, Strategy and Performance Improvement Previous experience from M&A, management advisory and/or project management is considered as an advantage. To be considered for this Trainee position, a prerequisite is that you are currently allowed to work in Finland, holding a valid residence permit if required. 🕒 When: Apply now or by Sunday, 13 September at the latest. 👉 How: Please submit your application through our recruitment system, including your CV, cover letter, and your most recent academic transcript or degree certificate. We are especially interested to hear why you are excited about the Trainee position you are applying for. 💬 Interviews: In the first stage, selected candidates will be invited to record short answers to video interview questions. In the second stage, we will meet selected candidates for a formal interview. Before the interviews, we will also ask you to complete a short suitability assessment. Interviews are tentatively scheduled for weeks 39–40, but we will begin interviews during the application period. 📞 Questions about the role: If you have any questions about the Trainee position or Deloitte as an employer, you can contact Mika Toivanen, +358 50 358 1611 , during the following times: Tuesday, September 1, between 13:00 –14:00 or Tuesday, September 8, between 10:00 –11:00. 📩 Questions about the recruitment process: General answers to questions about the recruitment process can be found here . If you did not find the answer you were looking for, please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] . 💚 Get to know Deloitte: Look into our everyday life and discover more about us on LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , and Facebook . We look forward to receiving your application! Together makes progress At Deloitte, we value diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences, as they enable us to effectively solve complex challenges for our clients. We encourage you to apply for the position if you believe your skills can contribute to our team’s success. You will have the opportunity to work alongside over 450,000 colleagues globally and nearly 900 colleagues in Finland across Audit & Assurance, Tax & Legal, and Consulting services. At Deloitte, it’s all about people, each with something special to offer. We collaborate closely with one another and with our clients, making great things happen. That’s how we create real change. Deloitte is where you’ll find unlimited opportunities to succeed and realise your full potential, together.