Head - Mergers & Acquisitions

Role Overview

As the Head of M&A, you will lead and expand the Mergers & Acquisitions vertical. This is a leadership role with full ownership of the M&A mandate lifecycle from origination to execution. The ideal candidate will be an accomplished M&A leader with deep expertise in deal structuring, financial strategy, and cross-border transaction management. You will serve as a strategic advisor to clients and lead a high-performing M&A team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership & Origination

- Lead origination and strategic direction of the M&A division.

- Identify target companies, evaluate fit, and advise clients on acquisition/divestment opportunities.

- Drive client engagement with senior stakeholders (Promoters, CXOs, Boards).

- Build strong relationships with private equity firms, global investors, and institutional partners to generate new mandates.

2. Transaction Execution & Deal Structuring

- Oversee complete transaction lifecycle: engagement, due diligence, valuation, negotiations, and regulatory compliance.

- Guide financial modeling, deal feasibility assessments, and investment memos.

- Structure deals across industries, geographies, and capital structures.

- Lead high-stakes negotiations and regulatory approvals in domestic and cross-border settings.

3. Client Advisory & Coordination

- Act as the trusted senior advisor to clients, offering insights on complex strategic decisions.

- Coordinate all client touchpoints, information gathering, and hand-holding during transactions.

- Provide sector-specific recommendations aligned with client growth strategies.

- Represent the firm in investor relations, boardrooms, and industry events.

4. Team Leadership & Development

- Mentor and lead a team of Vice Presidents, Associates, and Analysts.

- Supervise preparation of client deliverables financial models, investor decks, and pitch materials.

- Drive performance, collaboration, and client-first culture across the M&A division.

Candidate Requirements

Experience

- Minimum 15 years of total experience, with a strong track record in end-to-end M&A deal execution.

- Extensive exposure to mid-to-large-sized transactions, preferably across multiple sectors.

- Prior leadership of M&A teams and direct interaction with CXOs, Boards, and PE investors.

- Demonstrated experience in cross-border/multi-jurisdictional dealmaking.

Education

- Bachelors in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field.

- MBA, CFA, or equivalent post-graduate degree preferred.

Skills & Capabilities

- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, valuation (DCF, LBO, comps), and transaction structuring.

- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and decision-making capabilities.

- Deep understanding of global M&A markets, industry trends, and regulatory frameworks.

- Strong leadership, people management, and communication skills.

Industry Exposure

- Must have strong domain knowledge of Investment Banking, with deep M&A execution experience.

- Familiarity with sectors like Infrastructure, Pharma, Real Estate, Energy, or Logistics is a plus.

Personal Attributes

- High integrity, professionalism, and ethical judgment.

- Strategic thinker with hands-on problem-solving mindset.

- Entrepreneurial, ambitious, and growth-driven personality.

The position is open to candidates who are willing to relocate and work at any location across India, as per business requirements.