SUMMARY:
A leading financial services group is seeking a high-performing Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Specialist to support the execution of its strategic corporate development agenda. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the group’s growth strategy through acquisitions, disposals, and joint ventures, across South Africa and the continent.
POSITION INFO:
You’ll be working at the intersection of strategy and execution, with responsibilities that span:
- Origination:
- Drive the group’s strategic M&A pipeline in partnership with senior leadership
- Build and manage key internal and external stakeholder relationships
- Analyse market opportunities by business segment and geography
- Evaluate preliminary business cases and perform valuations
- Execution:
- Lead and oversee all phases of the deal lifecycle – from due diligence through to close
- Structure and negotiate deal terms, manage bidding processes, and prepare final business cases
- Liaise with legal and advisory teams, and ensure deal success through efficient execution and stakeholder alignment
- Governance:
- Establish and manage deal teams
- Ensure adherence to regulatory and internal control requirements
- Manage internal approval processes and interface with Group Investment Committees
- Stakeholder Engagement:
- Communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation
- Work closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure high-quality execution
- Build collaborative, trust-based relationships across the business
Qualifications & Experience:- CA(SA) or equivalent preferred (alternatives considered based on experience)
- Minimum 4 years post-qualification in investment banking, corporate finance, transaction services, or private equity (5+ years preferred)
- Exposure to cross-border M&A and African markets a plus
Skills & Competencies:- Strong financial modelling, valuation, and deal execution expertise
- Confident communicator with negotiation experience
- Strategic thinker with a meticulous attention to detail
- Resilient, solutions-oriented, and collaborative in approach
- Experience in banking and/or insurance M&A is highly advantageous
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For more information, contact:
Angelique Jardim
Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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