Zoya Shahid
Dubai
Summary
Transaction Advisory Consultant with 7+ years of diverse experience across M&A advisory, Business Valuation, Financial Due Diligence and market intelligence. Proven ability to support high-impact transactions from deal origination through execution and integration. Skilled in secondary research, stakeholder coordination, and strategic analysis across multiple sectors including healthcare, financial services and consumer industries. Strong exposure to leading databases including Capital IQ, Factset, D&B Hoovers, and Thomson Reuters Eikon. Recognized for delivering actionable insights that support investment decisions and enhance deal value.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Consultant
Ardent Advisory and Accounting LLC
07.2021 - Current
- Assisted in executing multiple buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions, including Financial Due Diligence, Business Valuation, Financial Modelling, and post-deal integration support.
- Delivered strategic business reviews, opportunity assessments, and restructuring proposals for clients across sectors.
- Coordinated with legal counsel, lenders, and other advisors to ensure seamless deal execution.
- Developed client-ready reports, IMs, valuation decks, and transaction summaries under tight timelines.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives, enhancing client engagement and satisfaction.
- Presented findings and recommendations to executive-level stakeholders, effectively communicating key insights and action plans.
Senior Analyst - Transaction Advisory
Ernst & Young – Global Delivery Services India Pvt Ltd
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Working across the deal lifecycle from deal origination to closure, including deal screening, benchmarking, industry research, and precedent transaction analysis.
- Created pitchbooks, information memorandums, and valuation summaries for Clients.
- Liaised with teams across geographies to assess resource gaps and enhance project delivery.
- Identified cross-sell opportunities and supported business development efforts with strategic insights.
- Analyzed complex data sets to identify trends and inform strategic decisions.
Senior Analyst
Moody's Analytics Knowledge Services
04.2015 - 10.2018
- Conducted comprehensive secondary research including market sizing, strategic profiling, competitor benchmarking, and company and country analysis, providing insights into industry dynamics, emerging trends, and future market forecasts.
- Supported consulting firms and investment clients with sector analysis and decision-making insights.
- Managed a team of analysts ensuring timely, accurate, and client-aligned outputs.
- Led analytical projects to enhance client insights and drive data-driven decision-making.
Senior Disputes Analyst
American Express India Private Limited
07.2013 - 04.2015
- Investigated and resolved complex cardholder disputes, ensuring compliance with SLA and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted root-cause analysis and recommended process enhancements, improving resolution turnaround time.
Education
MBA - Finance
Indian Institute of Finance
Noida, India07.2013
Bachelors of Commerce -
University of Delhi - Zakir Husain Delhi College
Delhi, India07.2011
Skills
- Mergers & Acquisitions (Buy-side and Sell-side)
- Financial Due Diligence and Business Valuation
- Deal Structuring and Execution Support
- Industry and Market Research
- Advanced Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong Communication, Problem Solving and Time Management
Languages
English
Hindi
Urdu
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Senior Consultant
Ardent Advisory and Accounting LLC
07.2021 - Current
Senior Analyst - Transaction Advisory
Ernst & Young – Global Delivery Services India Pvt Ltd
10.2018 - 04.2019
Senior Analyst
Moody's Analytics Knowledge Services
04.2015 - 10.2018
Senior Disputes Analyst
American Express India Private Limited
07.2013 - 04.2015
MBA - Finance
Indian Institute of Finance
Bachelors of Commerce -
University of Delhi - Zakir Husain Delhi College
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