Director Corporate Development

Currently have a need for head of corporate development.

• Develop an in-depth understanding of the relevant market and industry participants to inform strategic prioritization.
• Drive market analysis across regions and sub-sectors, identifying potential acquisition and new build opportunities.
• Manage an active pipeline of opportunities aligned with investment criteria and growth objectives.
• Deliver comprehensive market studies and target analyses with actionable recommendations.

Acquisition Transactions

• Participate in the entire acquisition process—from sourcing and origination through due diligence, documentation, and transaction completion.
• Lead key aspects of transactions, including opportunity evaluation, LOI negotiation, due diligence coordination, and documentation review.
• Develop and implement best practice processes for acquisitions, including the preparation of complex financial models and investment cases for executive review.
• Support integration planning and execution to ensure a seamless transition post-acquisition.
• Manage project budgets and ensure cost-effective execution throughout the acquisition process.

Integration of Acquisitions

• Collaborate with integration teams to develop detailed integration and risk mitigation plans.
• Ensure that all critical due diligence elements are incorporated and validated by relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare regular progress reports for executive committees, addressing all key integration risks prior to transaction closing.
• Facilitate smooth transitions of acquired entities, with measurable improvements and resolution of identified issues.
• Capture and implement best practices to continuously enhance the integration process.

New Build Projects

• Support the analysis of financial and operational data to develop robust business cases for new build projects.
• Construct financial models and prepare board-level presentations for investment recommendations.
• Contribute innovative solutions to address challenges while safeguarding the organization’s interests.

Strategic Studies

• Assist in planning and executing strategic studies focused on growth, market prioritization, and capital deployment.
• Deliver concise, well-supported recommendations that align with overall corporate development strategies.
• Ensure that capital is deployed in a cost-efficient manner to maximize returns.

People Management and Leadership

• Mentor and manage a team of Corporate Development Analysts, fostering a positive, high-performing work environment.
• Address performance issues proactively and contribute to the annual performance review process.
• Build and maintain a cohesive team that consistently delivers at the highest standards in transaction execution.

Client Liaison / Customer Support

• Represent the corporate development function in interactions with sellers, investors, advisers, and other external stakeholders.
• Attend industry meetings, seminars, conferences, and events to enhance the organization’s external presence and relationships.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for both internal and external partners.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Educational Background:A strong academic record with a degree from a leading university.
• Advanced qualifications (MBA, CFA, CPA, or equivalent) are advantageous.
• Professional Experience:Proven experience in deal environments, ideally in Corporate M&A, Private Equity, transaction teams within a Big 4 firm, investment banking, or top-tier management consulting.
• Technical Skills:Outstanding analytical, financial modeling, and valuation skills.
• Proficiency in financial accounting and advanced PowerPoint skills.
• Personal Attributes:High attention to detail while maintaining a strategic overview.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in high-pressure environments.
• Excellent communication skills and the capacity to succinctly summarize complex issues.
• A collaborative, adaptable, and entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on driving growth