Zahraa Lafrifra
Barcelona
Summary
Multilingual Sales and Business Development professional with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Expertise in delivering tailored solutions and fostering strong client relationships, underpinned by experience in finance and tax consulting. Proven ability to cultivate connections across diverse cultures, leveraging strong interpersonal skills to drive business growth and enhance customer engagement.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Consultant
Freelance
2025.09 - Current
- Advised clients on tax compliance strategies to optimise financial outcomes.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, enhancing client satisfaction and retention.
- Delivered tailored tax solutions and independently managed projects to meet client needs.
M&A Analyst
Morgan Stanely
2022.09 - 2024.12
- Executed buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions, enhancing strategic decision-making across multiple sectors.
- Built financial models in DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions, and LBO formats to support transaction evaluations.
- Prepared pitch books, investment memoranda, and client presentation decks, facilitating effective communication of investment opportunities.
Restaurant Co-Owner & Manager
Brunch Restaurant
Barcelona
2018.03 - 2020.01
- Co-founded and launched brunch concept, guiding it from inception to successful opening.
- Developed business model, influencing strategic and operational decisions to align with market needs.
- Managed supplier relationships and budgeting while overseeing daily operations to ensure seamless service.
- Oversaw marketing initiatives and customer acquisition, leveraging social media and local partnerships to enhance visibility.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Taxation Law Specialism
LSE
London2022-01
Bachelor - Double major in Finance and Business Law
United International Business School
Barcelona, Spain2019-01
French Baccalauréat -
Lycée Français Victor Hugo
Marrakech, Morocco2015-01
Skills
Client relationship management
- Tax strategy consulting
- Financial analysis
- Sales and business development
- Problem solving
- Solution-oriented problem solving
- Microsoft Office
- Negotiation and persuasion
- Negotiation skills
- Presentation and networking skills
- Team collaboration
- Ability to work under pressure
- Time management
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Cross-cultural communication
Languages
French
Arabic
English
Spanish
Custom
- Music
- Horseback Riding
- Gastronomy
- Travel & Cultural Exchange
Certification
Certifications
- WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
- TOEFL – Advanced English Proficiency
- Salesforce Trailhead – Sales Representative
Interests
* International Travel & Cultural Exploration
* Networking & Building Meaningful Connections
* Personal Development & Business
* Psychology & Human Behaviour
* Gastronomy & Wine
* Luxury Hospitality
Timeline
Tax Consultant
Freelance
2025.09 - Current
M&A Analyst
Morgan Stanely
2022.09 - 2024.12
Restaurant Co-Owner & Manager
Brunch Restaurant
2018.03 - 2020.01
Master of Business Administration - Taxation Law Specialism
LSE
Bachelor - Double major in Finance and Business Law
United International Business School
French Baccalauréat -
Lycée Français Victor Hugo