I’m looking for high-impact roles across strategy, strategic finance, corporate development, M&A, business operations or transformation. I’m particularly drawn to ambitious, international teams where I can combine financial analysis and strategic problem-solving with hands-on execution, take meaningful ownership, and work closely with senior decision-makers.

Arun Pradeep
@arunpradeep
HEC Paris MBA and CA/CFA with 7+ years across strategy, M&A, corporate finance, restructuring and business transformation.
What I'm looking for
I’m a strategy and finance professional with 7+ years of experience across corporate finance, M&A, restructuring and business transformation, and recently completed my MBA at HEC Paris. I’m also a Chartered Accountant and CFA charterholder.
Most of my career has been in advisory, working with companies and investors across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and India on complex strategic and financial problems. My experience includes advising on a $650M debt restructuring, supporting M&A and due diligence engagements exceeding $250M in aggregate value, structuring a $100M transaction, raising $25M of financing for an industrial project, and leading commercial and feasibility work for new investments. More recently, I’ve worked on a hands-on business transformation engagement for a European manufacturer, helping management improve operational visibility and execution.
I’m at my best when a problem requires a combination of analytical depth and commercial judgment. I enjoy building financial models, evaluating investments and businesses, researching industries, solving operational problems, negotiating with stakeholders and turning complex information into clear recommendations.
I’m particularly interested in roles spanning strategy, strategic finance, corporate development, M&A, business operations and transformation. I’m sector-agnostic but especially interested in technology and other businesses undergoing rapid growth or change. I’m looking for a role where I can take meaningful ownership, work closely with decision-makers and help translate strategy and financial insight into execution and measurable results.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Manager – Corporate Finance
MCA Gulf
Jan 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 11 months)
Executed M&A and capital solutions transactions end-to-end, managing financial analysis, valuation, due diligence, and transaction structuring. Coordinated a team of 3 and led negotiations across 13 lenders for a $650M debt restructuring, achieving $40M in cash-flow savings.
Freelance Consultant
Self Employed
Jan 2019 - Dec 2022 (3 years 11 months)
Delivered financial and transaction advisory services for 20+ SMEs in the F&B, retail, and engineering sectors. Achieved 100% client retention and sold the recurring client base to a regional firm.
Financial Analyst
MCA Gulf
Jan 2016 - Dec 2019 (3 years 11 months)
Launched and scaled the firm's VAT advisory practice in Abu Dhabi, achieving 100% client retention. Delivered 15+ due diligence, valuation, and risk assessment engagements across multiple sectors.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
HEC Paris
MBA, Business Administration
2025 - 2026
Grade: 3.84/4.00
Activities and societies: VP – Finance Club, VP – Student Council, Leadership Award Recipient
Pursuing an MBA at HEC Paris, serving as Vice President of the Finance Club and Student Council, and recipient of a Leadership Award.
CFA Institute
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charter, Finance
2018 - 2023
Earned the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charter from the CFA Institute.
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Associate Member, Accounting
2013 - 2017
Became an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).
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