THE SEARCH:
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.
THE REQUIREMENTS:
* 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.
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