Head of M&A, Payments & Fintech (Remote Europe)

Jobgether; Switzerland; Remote; CHF 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work across Europe

Senior-level responsibility

Job summary

Pallas, on behalf of its partner, is seeking a Head of M&A based in Switzerland to lead and oversee acquisition transactions in the payments sector from initial assessment through completion. You will coordinate internal and external advisers, evaluate opportunities, and present investment recommendations to senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, global environment.

This senior, hands-on role offers broad responsibility and cross-functional exposure, shaping the growth of payments businesses.

Qualifications

• Experience leading M&A from evaluation to completion.
• Financial analysis, valuation, modelling and due diligence expertise.
• Experience in payments/fintech/financial services or software sectors is desirable.
• Strong commercial judgement to assess opportunities and risks.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and priorities.
• Excellent stakeholder management with executives and advisers.
• Strong communication and presentation of investment recommendations.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Detail-oriented, collaborative and independent in fast-paced environment.
• Discretion and professionalism with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full M&A transaction lifecycle, from initial opportunity assessment and valuation through due diligence, internal approvals, negotiation and deal completion.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders, specialist teams and external advisers to ensure transactions progress efficiently and meet key milestones.
• Conduct financial and commercial assessments, identifying investment opportunities, potential challenges and value creation opportunities.
• Prepare clear, structured investment proposals and present recommendations to senior decision-makers to support strategic acquisition decisions.
• Identify, evaluate and manage key commercial, financial, operational and regulatory risks throughout the transaction process.
• Maintain oversight of multiple active transactions, ensuring accurate reporting, clear accountability and consistent progress.
• Coordinate post-completion handovers to ensure a smooth transition and effective transfer of responsibilities.
• Lead, mentor and support transaction team members where applicable, encouraging high standards of execution and collaboration.

Skills

M&A leadership

Financial analysis & modelling

Due diligence

Stakeholder management

Communication & presentation

English fluency

Multi-transaction handling

Discretion & professionalism

Job description

Pallas, on behalf of its partner, is seeking a Head of M&A based in Switzerland to lead and oversee acquisition transactions in the payments sector from initial assessment through completion. You will coordinate internal and external advisers, evaluate opportunities, and present investment recommendations to senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, global environment.

This senior, hands-on role offers broad responsibility and cross-functional exposure, shaping the growth of payments businesses.