Head Corporate Finance

Hollard; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in South Africa is seeking a strategic leader to oversee mergers, acquisitions, and private equity initiatives. The role involves developing investment strategies, managing portfolio performance, and providing guidance to teams for maximizing stakeholder returns. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in M&A and private equity, demonstrated leadership abilities, and a record of managing complex stakeholder relationships. Join us to drive strategic growth and enhance shareholder value.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading mergers, acquisitions, and private equity investments.
• Strong track record of strategic leadership in a corporate environment.
• Ability to manage conflicting interests among stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute M&A and Private Equity investment strategies.
• Provide leadership to the M&A and private equity team.
• Oversee and manage the portfolio of private equity investments.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Mergers and acquisitions knowledge

Private equity expertise

Stakeholder management

Performance monitoring

Job description

Job Purpose

To lead the strategic direction and execution of all mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic partnerships for the company. This individual will play a critical role in identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic transactions that align with the company's growth objectives and enhance shareholder value.

To lead our private equity division, overseeing all aspects of investment activities, and driving strategic initiatives to maximize returns for all stakeholders through working closely with the executive teams to formulate investment strategies, identify potential investment opportunities, and manage the portfolio companies.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the overall M&A and Private Equity investment strategy aligned with the Group’s objectives.
• Provide exceptional leadership to the M&A and private equity team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and collaboration.

Portfolio Management

• Provide strategic oversight and management of the Group's portfolio of private equity investments, monitoring performance and identifying opportunities for value creation.
• Manage the conflicting interests of stakeholders. (Hollard and Investee Company)
• Work closely with portfolio company management teams to provide guidance and support in executing growth strategies and operational improvements.
• Accept appointment as the Hollard director or representative for that equity stake and assume the inherent personal liability risk in each directorship role.
• Mandated to execute decisions at board level.