Investment Banking / M&A Lead – Mining & Commodities

VY SYSTEMS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Investment Banking / M&A Lead focused on Mining & Commodities. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience and a proven track record in financial modelling and deal execution. Strong bilingual communication skills in English and Chinese are essential. This role requires stakeholder management and negotiation skills in various jurisdictions including Singapore and China.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years in investment banking, PE, corporate development or M&A, ideally in mining/resources.
• Strong financial modelling and deal execution track record.
• Bilingual in English and Chinese with strong business communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and assess deals in exploration and mining rights.
• Lead end-to-end M&A execution and negotiations.
• Prepare investment proposals and key project documents.

Skills

Investment banking experience

Financial modelling

Bilingual in English and Chinese

Deal negotiation

Cross-cultural collaboration

Job description

Role: Investment Banking / M&A Lead – Mining & Commodities

Key Responsibilities

Deal Origination & Evaluation

• Source and assess deals in exploration and mining rights, projects and operating assets (acquisitions, farm-ins, JVs, divestments).
• Lead financial modelling, valuation and scenario analysis.
• Integrate geological, technical and feasibility inputs into investment decisions.

Transaction Execution & Negotiation

• Lead end-to-end M&A execution: due diligence, structuring, documentation and approvals.
• Lead negotiations with project owners, rights holders, landowners, governments and key partners.
• Align with legal, tax and advisors to manage risk and optimise structure.

Technical & Commercial Due Diligence

• Oversee data rooms, project information and technical documentation.
• Coordinate technical DD with geology, mining and ESG specialists and convert findings into clear commercial views.
• Join site visits and management meetings for overseas projects.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Serve as primary external contact with project owners, rights holders, sellers, co-investors and financiers.
• Build strategic relationships in China, Singapore, Africa and other key jurisdictions.
• Represent the company in negotiations, partner discussions and industry forums.

Documentation & Communication

• Prepare investment proposals, IC papers, term sheets and deal presentations.
• Draft and translate (EN/中文) key project documents and reports.
• Ensure transactions align with company strategy, standards and risk appetite.

Requirements

1. 5–10+ years in investment banking, PE, corporate development or M&A, ideally in mining/resources/commodities
2. Experience with exploration/mining rights, resource assets or project portfolios
3. Strong financial modelling and deal execution track record
4. Bilingual in English and Chinese (spoken and written) with strong business communication skills in both languages.
5. Willing to travel and visit overseas/remote mining sites
6. Strong communication, cross-cultural collaboration skills and a hands-on, deal-driven mindset.
7. Open to candidates based in Singapore and Mainland China: Cross-border experience:
8. If based in Singapore: prior experience working with/within Mainland China and African mining or commodity projects is highly preferred.
9. If based in Mainland China: exposure to Singapore and African markets is highly preferred.