Group Head of Corporate Development and M&A - PE Backed Life Sciences/Testing, Europe
Posted 23 days ago by Altus Partners
Altus Partners are excited to partner with a global, private equity-backed Testing/Life Sciences business, on a Group Head of M&A search, to implement & drive their ambitious inorganic growth strategy. As the company looks to quickly scale up, the Group Head of M&A will work closely with the C-suite and Investors to define the long-term strategic plan. The business is headquartered in the UK; however, this is a remote opportunity with the successful candidate being based anywhere in Europe. This is a hands-on, dynamic role that requires the end-to-end execution of M&A deals, suited to individuals with extensive transaction experience within a Corporate/PE backed asset.
The role will come with market-leading compensation, bonus, and equity.
THE ROLE:The Group Head of M&A, as a member of the leadership team, will be setting & leading the group's inorganic growth agenda and executing on strategic acquisitions globally.
This role offers a large degree of autonomy, working closely with the rest of the management team (C-suite, board members, investors).
Executing on the transactions end-to-end, from sourcing the targets through the full execution, to negotiations and closing, owning the full scope of the process.
Creating business plans and devising group strategy alongside the C-suite and investment committee, such as mapping the acquisition landscape, inorganic growth plans, integration plans, and transformational deals.
Working closely with the management teams to find new leads & source new targets across the region through thorough mapping, company valuations, and due diligence.
Review, analyze and assess acquisition opportunities, including producing and reviewing financial models and acquisition rationale.
Ensure pre-acquisition integration (and separation) planning is thorough and effective.
Drive the overall M&A deal pipeline, including outreach to and sourcing of new opportunities, JVs, etc.
Work closely with C-suite & key stakeholders on commercial projects and PE activity.
8+ years of relevant work experience in M&A.
Experience/Knowledge of the Life Sciences/Testing space is required.
Experience working with private equity is desired.
Experience working in a leading investment bank or top-tier consultancy is preferred.
Strategic, analytical, and commercial thinker, as well as resourceful problem solver.
Flexible in a continuously changing, growing environment.
Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
Ability to travel is required.