Global Director, Business Development

Alcoa; City Of London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global materials company is seeking a Global Director of Business Development, Acquisitions, and Ventures in the UK. The role involves leading business development projects, driving strategic partnerships, and managing complex transactions. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of relevant experience and strong financial acumen. Attractive benefits include a car allowance and health insurance.

Benefits

Car allowance

Health insurance

Global career development opportunities

Long- and short-term incentive programs

Qualifications

• At least 10 years’ experience in corporate, business, joint venture development, or investment banking.
• Experience in mining, minerals processing, or manufacturing is beneficial.
• Proven experience leading complex transactions, including acquisitions and joint ventures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver large-scale business development projects including acquisitions and joint ventures.
• Drive the full deal lifecycle from opportunity ideation to execution of agreements.
• Manage stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.

Skills

Leadership in high-scale projects

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Education

Postgraduate qualifications

Job description

About the Role

As the Global Director of Business Development, Acquisitions and Ventures, you will collaborate across teams and functions, driving high-impact partnerships, acquisitions, and new ventures that align with our corporate strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver large-scale business development projects—including acquisitions, joint ventures, new business lines, and expansions.
• Drive the full deal lifecycle: from opportunity ideation and strategic assessment to valuation, due diligence, negotiation, and execution of agreements.
• Manage internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.
• Oversee financial modelling and market analysis to support valuations and maintain competitive intelligence.
• Mentor team members and enhance business development processes to build a high-performing team.
• Support executive decision-making through special projects and complex, non-standard analysis.

What’s on offer

• Be part of a global operation where you can play a pivotal role in our ongoing success
• Global Career development opportunities to pursue your passion
• Car allowance
• Health insurance
• Long- and short-term incentive programs

What you can bring to the role

• Ideally you will have at least 10 years’ experience in corporate, business, joint venture development, or investment banking.
• Postgraduate qualifications and experience in mining, minerals processing, or manufacturing would be highly beneficial.
• Proven experience leading complex transactions, including acquisitions and joint ventures, from valuation through to execution.
• Strategic thinking capability teamed with strong financial acumen and deep knowledge of valuation methodologies and financial statement analysis.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple high-priority projects under tight deadlines.
• Well-developed communication skills, with a proven track record in working with global cross-function teams and effective executive stakeholder engagement.

If you\'re ready to lead with purpose and deliver real growth, we want to hear from you.

Additional information

• Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered.

About the Location

Alcoa is an international company with multiple locations and joint ventures across six continents. Wherever you choose to join us, you\'ll be joining a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation. As industry pioneers, we are redefining what it means to be a sustainable aluminum company, bridging the journey from mines to metal.

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