M&A Specalist

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR006587/Angie

Date posted:

Monday, May 26, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

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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If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

We also invite you to contact us to discuss your next career move in finance!

For more information, contact:
Angelique Jardim
Specialist Recruitment Consultant

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