Description

Your new role
Deal Origination & Pipeline Development

• Lead sourcing of M&A opportunities through networks, bankers, industry contacts, and proprietary channels
• Develop and maintain a strong deal pipeline aligned with investment strategy
• Build relationships with corporates, founders, advisors, and intermediaries
• Identify off-market opportunities and thematic investment trends

Deal Evaluation & Execution

• Oversee end-to-end transaction execution (screening → due diligence → structuring → closing)
• Lead commercial, financial, and operational due diligence
• Develop and review financial models, valuation analyses (DCF, comparable, LBO if applicable)
• Structure transactions, negotiate terms, and manage deal documentation
• Coordinate internal teams and external advisors (legal, financial, tax)

Investment Strategy

• Define M&A strategy aligned with firm objectives (e.g., buy-and-build, sector focus, geographic expansion)
• Identify key sectors, themes, and target profiles
• Optimize capital allocation across deals

Portfolio Value Creation

• Work with portfolio companies on:
  • Integration planning and execution
  • Synergy identification and delivery
  • Strategic repositioning and growth initiatives
• Monitor portfolio performance and oversee exit strategies (IPO, trade sale, secondary sale)

Investment Committee & Governance

• Lead investment memos, present deals to IC, and drive approval processes
• Ensure robust governance, risk assessment, and compliance
• Maintain strong documentation and audit trails

Stakeholder Management

• Engage with senior stakeholders, board members, and investors
• Partner with capital raising / IR teams on deal narratives
• Represent the firm in negotiations and market interactions

What you'll need to succeed
Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or related field; MBA preferred
• Chinese speaking is a must
• CFA / CPA or equivalent is a plus
• 12-20 years in M&A, private equity, corporate development, or investment banking
• Strong track record of leading and closing transactions
• Experience managing full deal lifecycle and post-acquisition value creation
• Background in relevant sectors (optional depending on focus: TMT, healthcare, consumer, etc.)
• Deep expertise in valuation, financial modelling, and deal structuring
• Strong negotiation and execution skills
• Strategic thinking with strong commercial acumen
• Leadership and team management capability
• Strong network within investment banking and corporate ecosystems

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or WhatsApp Kelvin Wong 6793 8594 now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.