VP Corporate Development & Strategy (Mergers & Acquisitions)

My client, a manufacturing company with a global footprint, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Corporate Development professional to lead its strategic growth initiatives. This role will be responsible for driving end-to-end M&A activities — from strategy development and deal sourcing to execution and post-merger integration. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in transaction structuring, financial analysis, and stakeholder engagement, and play a key role in shaping the group’s long-term growth trajectory across international markets.

Job Description

Strategic Planning and Deal Origination

• Formulate and execute inorganic growth strategies in alignment with long-term corporate objectives
• Identify and assess potential investment, divestment, and partnership opportunities across relevant markets
• Cultivate and manage relationships with external stakeholders including financial institutions, advisory firms, and industry partners to support deal origination
• Conduct comprehensive market and competitive analyses to inform strategic decision-making

Transaction Execution and Due Diligence

• Lead end-to-end execution of transactions, including the coordination of cross-functional due diligence efforts across financial, legal, operational, and commercial domains
• Perform valuation assessments, financial modelling, and risk analysis to support investment decisions
• Structure and negotiate transaction terms in consultation with internal stakeholders and external advisors
• Ensure all transactions are executed in a timely, accurate, and compliant manner

Post-Transaction Integration and Performance Monitoring

• Oversee integration initiatives to ensure alignment with strategic goals and realization of synergy targets
• Develop and implement detailed post-acquisition integration frameworks, covering operational, financial, and cultural dimensions
• Monitor post-transaction performance against defined metrics and make recommendations to optimize outcomes

Stakeholder Management and Internal Leadership

• Provide strategic guidance and oversight to internal working teams throughout the transaction lifecycle
• Communicate deal rationale, risks, and potential impacts to senior leadership and relevant governance committees
• Partner with key departments, including Finance, Legal, Human Resources, and Operations, to ensure cohesive execution and alignment across the organisation

Requirements

• A recognised degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related field; postgraduate qualifications, such as MBA will be considered favourably
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in corporate development, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, or investment banking, with demonstrated expertise in managing complex transactions
• Advanced financial modelling and valuation proficiency across various methodologies
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• In-depth understanding of regulatory, legal, and compliance aspects of M&A transactions
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities concurrently
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Please contact Brendan Low or email your cv directly in word format to brendan@theedgepartnership.com

Please note that due to the high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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