General Manager - Mergers & Acquisition

Job Location - Mumbai

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Capital Advisory & Financial Strategy

1. Structure integrated debt and equity packages for acquisitions, ensuring alignment with long-term corporate goals and profitability targets.

2. Develop capital structure optimization strategies, including recommendations on acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic capital allocation aligned with business objectives.

2. Mergers & Acquisitions (Domestic & International)

1. Lead deal structuring, negotiations, and execution for both domestic and cross-border M&A transactions.

2. Oversee coordination of due diligence processes (financial, legal, commercial) and manage deal documentation to ensure timely and successful transaction closure.

3. Private Equity, Fundraising & Stakeholder Management

1. Lead primary and secondary fundraising initiatives and manage investor relations across private equity, venture capital, and strategic investors.

• 2. Build and maintain a strong network of global and Indian investors, including institutional funds, private equity firms, and family offices.
• 3. Identify, engage, and collaborate with key investors, founders, and deal stakeholders throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• 4. Strengthen relationships with investors including HNIs, family offices, and corporate strategics.
• 5. Manage end-to-end capital raising processes, from investor targeting and outreach to financial close.
• 6. Prepare and deliver high-impact financial presentations and materials for investor meetings, board updates, and strategic initiatives.

4. Business Valuation & Investment Analysis

• 1. Develop comprehensive financial models to support transaction analysis and corporate strategy.
• 2. Conduct business valuations to inform investment decisions and optimize capital allocation.
• 3. Perform investment return assessments including ROI, IRR, and payback period analyses to guide decision-making.

Qualifications

1. Education

• Masters degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.

2. Professional Experience

• 8-15+ years of experience in Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Development, Investment Banking, or Strategy Consulting.
• Proven track record of successfully executing end-to-end M&A deals.
• Experience in deal sourcing, due diligence, financial modeling, valuations, negotiations, and post-merger integration.

3. Technical Skills

• Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills.
• Strong understanding of corporate finance, capital markets, and accounting principles.
• Familiarity with legal and regulatory frameworks related to M&A.

4. Leadership & Management

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams including legal, finance, operations, and HR during M&A processes.

5. Soft Skills

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple transactions simultaneously.

6. Certifications

• CPA, CFA, or other relevant financial certifications will be an added advantage.