Strategic Investments and M&A Specialist

SATS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the air transport sector is looking for a Corporate Development professional to lead strategic initiatives and drive investments in key regions. This senior role will involve collaborating with senior leadership and managing projects that contribute to long-term profit growth. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in Corporate Finance and the ability to navigate fast-paced environments effectively.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in Corporate Finance or similar roles.
• Experience in air transport industry is advantageous.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams in executing key projects and strategic initiatives.
• Develop joint ventures and partnerships, negotiating terms.
• Plan and execute M&A transactions including feasibility studies.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Market intelligence

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Work with senior leadership at the corporate, business unit and functional levels to drive strategic investments, business and corporate development in respect of the group's core businesses in Asia, the Middle East, and other key regions for the SATS group.
• Lead teams in executing key projects and initiatives.
• Identify and develop business prospects and opportunities to grow SATS' investments and network in the region, contributing to the Group's long-term profit growth.
• Develop joint ventures, partnerships, and related opportunities, including formulating and negotiating terms with prospective partners and preparing bid submissions.
• Build a reference base of business prospects and gather market intelligence.
• Review and prepare presentations, memorandums, submissions, and reports related to potential projects, transactions, and initiatives for senior management and/or the Board.
• Support and drive strategic projects identified by management, including post-investment assessment, strategic optimization, reorganization initiatives, due diligence, and reporting.
• Work with stakeholders to translate deal strategies into successful integrations, focusing on transaction value sources, developing success metrics, and leading project management across the M&A lifecycle.
• Plan, develop, and execute M&A transactions, including feasibility studies, financial modeling, deal structuring, negotiations, and managing transaction documentation.

Key Requirements

• Possess at least a Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, or Professional Degree in Accounting, Business Studies, Finance, Banking, or equivalent.
• CFA/CPA (or equivalent) is a plus but not required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, Corporate Development, or similar roles.
• Preferably with overseas work exposure to emerging markets (e.g., China, India, Southeast Asia, Middle East).
• Experience in the air transport industry and food services is advantageous.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams to identify business drivers and risks, and develop actionable plans.
• Proficiency in working with diverse groups and senior management.
• Attention to detail and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, results-oriented environment.