Head of Investments, Mergers & Acquisitions

Michael Page; Selangor; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading conglomerate in Malaysia is seeking a senior leader for their M&A department. The successful candidate will drive strategic acquisition initiatives, collaborate with top executives, and oversee due diligence processes. This role offers exceptional opportunities for growth within a diversified organization with a strong commitment to sustainable operations.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth in expanding business segments

Excellent benefits and remuneration package

Qualifications

• 15+ years in investment banking, advisory, corporate finance, or M&A.
• Proven track record in leading successful M&A transactions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial modeling and market analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the M&A strategy aligned with long-term growth.
• Monitor market trends and guide acquisition targets.
• Lead due diligence activities across various areas.

Skills

Financial acumen

Strategic thinking

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

• Leadership role within a Top 20 Conglomerate in Malaysia
• Opportunity for global exposure across diversified business operations

About Our Client

The organisation is one of the Top 20 conglomerates in Malaysia with diversified business segments located in different countries. They are known in the investment community for their sustainable and growing business operations with commitment to diversification via merger and acquisition. Well resourced and backed by strong institutional stakeholders on the balance sheet front, with steady revenue and robust cost management strategies on the income statement front.

Job Description

• Develop and execute the M&A strategy aligned with the company's long-term growth objectives
• Collaborate with the CEO, CSO, CFO, and executive team to identify strategic opportunities for inorganic growth
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments to guide acquisition targets
• Deal origination and execution, together with pipeline management
• Lead and coordinate due diligence activities (financial, legal, operational, tax, commercial)
• Conduct or oversee financial modeling, valuation analysis (DCF, comparables, precedent transactions)
• Evaluate deal structures and financing options
• Post merger integration

The Successful Applicant

• 15+ years in investment banking, advisory, corporate finance, M&A, investments, corporate development or private equity
• Proven track record in leading successful M&A transactions
• Strong financial acumen, strategic thinking, and negotiation skills
• Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams effectively.
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial modeling and market analysis.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance in M&A transactions.

What's on Offer

• Opportunities for professional growth in a conglomerate with multiple expanding business segments
• Excellent benefits and remuneration package