SR&T Manager, M&A Corporate Finance 1

Title: M&A Corporate Finance (based in KL) – Manager 

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Work you’ll do

Deloitte is growing its Strategy, Risk, and Transaction (SR&T) – Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) practice in Southeast Asia. We work with senior executives of our clients on shareholder value, inorganic growth, and portfolio rationalization by offering financial, M&A, and debt & equity advice. Use  deep analytics and AI to align deal strategy with corporate goals, maximize benefits, and support integrations, separations, and transformation.

The Corporate Finance team provides independent financial, M&A, and debt/equity advice for clients looking to expand organically or via strategic acquisitions, realize value through the sale of a business, a subsidiary, or a shareholding, raise new finance, review debt facilities or improve balance sheet funding efficiencies. The team has extensive experience, global reach, cross-functional capabilities and combination of client service and middle market focus – to support a range of clients including corporates, private equity, financial investors and governments to private companies, family-owned businesses, and entrepreneurs, with a view to realise strategic objectives, identify M&A opportunities, connect investors and sellers, navigate capital markets, and fundraise. Debt and capital specialists advise on refinancing, acquisition financing, and accessing new debt markets.

You will work alongside our clients to bring a rigorous, evidence based analytical capability to help them solve pressing and complex issues. This includes revealing insight and delivering value through pragmatic and actionable recommendations. You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with our clients to understand the forces that are driving change, identifying opportunities and develop solutions across the whole organization.

 
The nature of the work we do includes:

• Manage end-to-end M&A processes, including deal preparation, financial modeling, valuation, due diligence, negotiation and completion, across cross-functional project teams to a diverse client base.
• Oversee detailed financial analysis and market research done by junior members of the team to derive strategic insights and findings to support project deliverables.
• Oversee the preparation of marketing materials including investment teasers, information memorandum, and client presentations.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed financial models for various transactions such as financing, acquisitions and valuations, and assess the key assumptions and outputs of the financial models.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with engagement management client stakeholders, with the ability to communicate complex financial information and strategic insights effectively.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate governance standards throughout the M&A process.
• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and competitive landscape to identify opportunities for growth and expansion.
• Lead multiple project teams, ensuring all engagements are completed on schedule, within budget, and exceed client expectations.
• Apply advanced project management techniques to optimize team performance and project deliverables, while managing risks and stakeholder expectations.
• Cultivate lasting relationships with key clients, legal advisors, and other stakeholders involved in the M&A process.
• Contribute in practice development activities, including preparing and delivering training programs. Carry out role as a coach and mentor to junior members of the team.
• Continuously enhance technical and industry knowledge to strengthen your position as a trusted advisor.
• Support business development activities including preparation and delivery of proposals, pitch decks, and target lists.

Your role as a leader

At Deloitte, we believe in the importance of empowering our people to be leaders at all levels. We connect our purpose and shared values to identify issues as well as to make an impact that matters to our clients, people and the communities. Additionally, Managers across our Firm are expected to:

• Develop diverse, high-performing people and teams through new and meaningful development opportunities.
• Collaborate effectively to build productive relationships and networks.
• Understand and lead the execution of key objectives and priorities for internal as well as external stakeholders.
• Align your team to key objectives as well as set clear priorities and direction.
• Make informed decisions that positively impact the sustainable financial performance and enhance the quality of outcomes.
• Influence stakeholders, teams, and individuals positively – leading by example and providing equal opportunities for our people to grow, develop and succeed.
• Lead with integrity and make a strong positive impact by energising others, valuing individual differences, recognising contributions, and inspiring self-belief.
• Deliver superior value and high-quality results to stakeholders while driving high performance from people across Deloitte.
• Apply their understanding of disruptive trends and competitor activity to recommend changes, in line with leading practices.

Requirements

• Possesses a Bachelor’s degree or professional qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Business from a reputable local or overseas university; CFA certification or candidacy is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in M&A, Big-4, venture capital, investment banking, or private equity, with a strong track record in executing sell-side, buy-side, and/or capital market projects across various stages of the deal lifecycle.
• Demonstrates advanced proficiency in financial analysis, market research, reporting, and financial modeling, with a solid understanding of accounting concepts, business diagnostics, and logical problem-solving, along with strong business acumen, and the ability to diagnose project issues and develop practical solutions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, capable of handling complex financial tasks and producing professional client-facing outputs.
• Understands end-to-end transaction processes, including mechanics of negotiations, due diligence management, and post-deal integration.
• Able to independently lead workstream calls without supervision and manage project workstreams effectively.
• Applies strong project management skills, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver client asks in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Demonstrates strong client and investor management skills, effectively managing expectations while building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Performs effectively under pressure and demanding timelines, consistently delivering high-quality outputs independently while maintaining professionalism and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Provides coaching and mentoring support to junior staff, with the ability to manage project management office (PMO) activities when required.
• Acts as a bridge between Partners/Directors/Associate Directors and junior team members, facilitating effective communication across teams, clients, and investors.
• Possesses excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, with proven ability in report writing, professional correspondence, and delivering presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly coachable, adaptable, and committed to continuous professional development, with a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site at client premises as required by client service engagements.

Due to volume of applications, we regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Candidates will only be contacted by authorised Deloitte Recruiters via firm’s business contact number or business email address.