Strategic M&A Leader

1 month ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Pear Talent - Finance Recruitment Full time

Surrey (flexible hybrid WFH 3-4 days p/wk)

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Essential: Financial Services Strategy +/or Corp. M&A in Consulting or Industry

Flexible hybrid WFH: 1-2 days p/wk in Surrey office

Pear Talent have a unique opportunity for a Senior Manager, Strategy & M&A with the UK arm of a listed international insurer. You'll work closely with ExCo/Board and play a pivotal role in shaping long-term strategy, identifying growth opportunities that achieve strategic goals and lead corporate development/M&A activities.

  • Corporate Development/M&A: Evaluate and analyse growth opportunities that meet strategic and financial objectives, conduct due diligence, and lead negotiations to facilitate strategic acquisitions or partnerships.
  • Market Intelligence: Maintain relationships with external consultants and investment bankers to provide awareness of competitor and industry developments and assess long-term trends, providing insight to Group Office and business division teams.
  • Experience in M&A, including valuation, due diligence and negotiation (adv.).
  • Sound understanding of strategic drivers affecting financial services.
  • First class project management and communication skills.

The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and previous experience gained in Financial Services in a similar strategy role (consulting or in-house) with a track record of successful strategy development and execution.



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