Business Development and Mergers & Acquisitions Industrial Placement Student, 2027, London, UK

Business Development and Mergers & Acquisitions Industrial Placement Student, 2027, London, UK

London Placement On-site
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Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.

Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.

Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.

Join our Corporate Development Team in London for a 12-month industrial placement, starting in June 2027.

At a glance

Second-year university students interested in M&A or Business Development have the opportunity to work with an experienced team and gain practical knowledge in these fields.

Industrial Placement Student: Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

  • Support the due diligence process for potential mergers, acquisitions, or investments.
  • Analysis of market intelligence information / deal metrics.
  • Aid in the development of financial models and analysis for valuation purposes.
  • Contribute to the preparation of presentations and reports for senior management.
  • Maintain precedent transactions databases.

Education Requirements

Currently studying for a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or another field involving analytical skills and numeracy.

If you are studying for your Undergraduate Degree you must be in your 2nd year of study (England) or 3rd year of study (Scotland) or an Integrated Masters Degree and seeking to complete a year in industry in partnership with your university. Please ensure the role is suitable for your placement year.

Role Start Date: June 2027

Benefits

  • Salary of £28,860 per year
  • A London travel allowance
  • Health & wellbeing programmes to support your physical and mental health
  • You will join IP Unite, Haleon’s community for students run by students to support charity events, sports clubs, STEM outreach and many more exciting projects

Interviews will be held in November/December 2026

Job Posting End Date

Equal Opportunities

Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.

During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.

The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.

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Business Development and Mergers & Acquisitions Industrial Placement Student, 2027, London, UK employer: Haleon plc.

At Haleon, we pride ourselves on being a purpose-driven employer that champions everyday health through our renowned consumer brands. Our dynamic work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing employees with ample opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment. Located in a vibrant area, we offer unique advantages such as flexible working arrangements and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to our mission.

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Contact Details:

Haleon plc. Recruitment Team