Head of Investment

An executive recruiter is looking for a Head of Investment (Merger & Acquisition). To be eligible for this role, you will require:

• Diploma or Degree in Finance / Accounting / Business Administration or related field.
• Possess a good communication skill in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite such as Word, Excel and Power Point.

• Strong financial analysis and modelling skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proficiency in financial reporting and analysis tools, such as Excel, financial databases, and reporting software.
• Experience in performing valuations using methodologies such as discounted cash flow and market comparable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience with corporate strategy, sustainability and corporate governance improvements.
• Experience with M&A and/or Corporate Finance is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with the venture capital industry, start-up ecosystems, and entrepreneurial finance is a plus.

• To coordinate and execute the full cycle of M&A activities, including opportunity targeting and evaluation, primary/confirmatory due diligence, deal execution, and integration.
• Staff and manage deal teams, including onboarding and oversight of external advisors and coordination with internal stakeholders (legal, finance, accounting).
• Business case development and strategic analyses in support of acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic alliances.
• Financial modelling, analysis and budgeting.
• Strategy assessment and associated research for specific inorganic strategies.
• Presentation development for C-suite executive & board-level communication.
• To support development and implementation of the inorganic strategic investment strategy, operational playbook, and guidelines in close coordination with senior leadership.
• Project work planning and coordination with internal and external constituencies.
• Active monitoring and reporting of industry news and trends.
• Supporting the development of junior team members.
• Oversee portfolio management of investments, including monitoring performance and making recommendations for senior leadership and the Board.
• To perform other duties as required.

• In coordination with business-development teams, identifies, qualifies, and manages capture activities for opportunities, particularly with new clients or in new sectors.
• To develops and supports relationships with key partners, existing and potential clients, and other stakeholders.
• Researches and develops long-term partnerships with other firms, particularly in new sectors and with new clients.
• To contributes to new business efforts including, but not limited to, capturing, leading, coordinating, writing, or budgeting proposals.