Head of Corporate Development

YouTrip; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in Singapore is seeking an experienced individual to lead corporate development projects. The role involves managing fundraising and M&A activities, building financial models, and conducting market analysis. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of experience in strategic fields, with a strong entrepreneurial mindset to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic, operational, or analytical environments.
• Experience in partnering with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to formulate and propose sound business cases.

Responsibilities

• Leading the full lifecycle of corporate development projects.
• Building financial models and participating in financial planning.
• Conducting in-depth market research and industry analysis.

Job description

YouTrip is the leading and fastest-growing multi-currency payment platform in Southeast Asia. In 2018, we pioneered the region's first multi-currency digital wallet. Now, YouTrip is the #1 multi-currency digital wallet trusted by millions across the region, processing over US$10 billion in total payment value annually.

Our consumer and business propositions – YouTrip and YouBiz – empower individuals and businesses with inclusive, accessible, and affordable financial solutions. In 2023, we closed our US$50 million Series B fundraising led by global venture capital fund Lightspeed Venture Partners, a testament to YouTrip’s commitment to revolutionising digital financial services across Asia and beyond.

Recognised as CNBC’s World’s Top Fintech Companies 2024, Top Fintech Leader by the Monetary Authority of Singapore and the Singapore Fintech Association, and LinkedIn’s Top Startup for two consecutive years, YouTrip is dedicated to creating the next generation of digital finance services for consumers and businesses.

YouTrip is dedicated to creating the next generation of digital finance services for consumers and businesses. Valuing an entrepreneurial culture of diversity and inclusion, we are seeking driven individuals to join our fast-growing regional team as we push the boundaries of innovative fintech solutions.

What will you be doing:

• Leading the full lifecycle of corporate development projects, including fundraising, M&A, partnerships and strategic growth initiatives with internal and external stakeholders
• Build financial models and participate in financial planning and analysis
• Conduct in-depth market research, industry analysis, and due diligence
• Produce high-quality business proposals, presentations, and relevant write-ups
• Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders including investors and banks
• Lead and participate in ad-hoc projects
• Working alongside senior leadership

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic, operational, or analytical environments such as Corp Dev, Investment Banking, Management Consulting or VC preferably in Fintech or Tech
• Experience in partnering with cross-functional teams and navigating communications with internal and external stakeholders.
• Skillfulness to formulate business opportunities thoroughly, propose sound business cases and drive progress.
• Strong versatility and quick learner
• Entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Familiarity with the APAC region (especially SEA).