Head of Corporate Development and Investor Relations

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

Job summary

A leading company in Singapore is seeking a strategic leader for corporate development, focusing on M&A, IPO readiness, and investor relations. The ideal candidate will bring 10-15 years of experience in high-growth environments, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to shape the company's future and drive significant growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years in Corporate Development, Investment Banking, or Private Equity.
• Experience leading M&A transactions and pre-IPO preparation.
• Strong network in investment banking.

Responsibilities

• Drive the company's long-term strategic roadmap with C-suite.
• Lead M&A opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Support IPO readiness and manage investor communications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Modeling skills

Communication skills

Executive presence

Commercial judgment

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics, Business

MBA, CFA, or equivalent credentials

Job description

This is a mission-critical hire. You will be responsible for shaping corporate strategy, leading inorganic growth initiatives (M&A, partnerships, JVs), preparing the organization for IPO, and engaging with institutional investors and advisors. The ideal candidate brings a combination of strategic thinking, transactional execution, and investor storytelling. You must be comfortable operating in a high-stakes, high-expectation environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Corporate Development

• Partner with the CFO and C-suite to refine and drive the company's long-term strategic roadmap.
• Identify new markets, product adjacencies, and cross-border expansion opportunities.
• Conduct competitive analysis, commercial due diligence, and scenario planning to support executive decision-making.

M&A and Inorganic Growth

• Originate, evaluate, and execute M&A opportunities and strategic partnerships across the region.
• Lead deal structuring, financial modeling, diligence, and negotiations.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and functional leaders to ensure successful integration post-transaction.

IPO & Capital Markets Readiness

• Support IPO readiness by helping shape the company’s equity story, KPIs, and capital structure.
• Coordinate with bankers, lawyers, auditors, and internal teams to prepare for listing requirements.
• Develop roadshow materials, investor FAQs, and draft filings in partnership with external advisors.

Investor Relations & Fundraising

• Manage investor communications and prepare materials for Board and investor meetings.
• Maintain relationships with institutional investors, VCs, and strategic partners.
• Drive capital raising initiatives when necessary — private placements, convertibles, strategic rounds.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experience

• You have strong experience in investor relations space where you possess strong network and contacts within investment banking sector
• You come with 10–15 years of progressive experience in Corporate Development, Investment Banking, Venture Capital, or Private Equity.
• Demonstrated experience leading M&A transactions and/or pre-IPO preparation.
• Prior experience in high-growth tech, telco, digital, or platform-based business models preferred.

Your Superpowers

• Exceptional analytical and modeling skills — ability to build and stress-test complex financial models.
• Strong executive presence and communication skills; comfortable engaging with Boards, banks, and global investors.
• High stamina, intellectual curiosity, and sound commercial judgment.
• Able to operate independently and drive initiatives with minimal oversight in a fast-paced and high pressure environment.

Education

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related fields. MBA, CFA, or equivalent credentials preferred.

• Hybrid - work from home and on site

At Substance, we believe in genuine connections, not just filling roles. If your profile is a strong match, you’ll hear from us within 1-2 weeks. If not, no empty promises—just know we appreciate your interest, and we’ll keep you in mind for future opportunities where you can truly make an impact. Our focus is on building meaningful partnerships, so when the right role comes along, we’ll be ready to make it count.

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