Senior Analyst - Strategic Advisory

Job Description

THE AGENCY

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA's diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organisations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations.

Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world's top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally.
OVERVIEW

A division of Creative Artists Agency (CAA), CAA ICON is the world's-leading owner's representative and project management consultancy for the development or renovation of sports, entertainment and public assembly venues. With a portfolio of more than 55 projects and over 2,000 consulting engagements, totaling nearly £38 billion, CAA ICON has managed the delivery of many of the most successful venues around the world and are looking to add to their UK team to continue assisting our client's in delivering their vision.

The Strategic Advisory division of CAA ICON (https://www.caaicon.com ) is seeking a suitably qualified individual for the newly created position of Analyst in CAA ICON's London office.

The Strategic Advisory division provides services in the following major areas: Venue Advisory; Valuation; and Transaction Due Diligence. We are looking for an Analyst with experience in quantitative data research/analysis, financial modeling, and critical thinking.

Responsibilities to include, but not limited to:
• Perform strategic analysis for sports industry clients.
• Complete the following analyses on stadium and arena development projects: Market/Financial Feasibility, Financing Plans, Negotiation Advisory/Support, Economic/Fiscal Impact Studies.
• Build professional reports to present to clients.
• Quantitative data collection and analysis.
• Management/operations reviews and benchmarking.
• Research studies within the sports industry.
• Quality control of client reports ensuring accuracy.
• Due diligence for acquisitions and dispositions.
• Valuation and appraisals for sports teams, leagues, stadiums and arenas.
• Support for litigation and specialist witness testimony.
• Assist with other Strategic Advisory team members in business development.
• Additional consulting services as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or Sports Management or equivalent related experience.
• Must have some previous experience in cash flow modelling, finance, market research, valuation, and preparation of reports & presentations.
• Experience in the one or more of the following industries preferred: Sports, Consulting, Real Estate, Banking or Accounting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Must be proficient with the following in MS Excel: complex functions/formulas, various formatting techniques, database sorting/filtering, macros, and overall skill when assembling, analysing, and communicating data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to easily adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to both recommend and master new concepts in a short period of time.
• Committed to an outstanding experience for our clients and colleagues
• Ability to prioritise workload under time constraints and work efficiently as a supportive teammate.
• Detail-oriented approach with a positive ''can-do'' attitude.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.

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Creative Artists Agency (''CAA'') is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and creating a workplace culture in which diversity and inclusion is valued and everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As part of our zero-tolerance approach to discrimination in any form, you and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, or any other legally recognised protected basis under UK law.

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gxj09j-18-221-53-209-42 in your application.