Vice President, Corporate Development, London
Our client are a global provider of industrial and electrical products and services, supporting over a million customers across more than 80 countries. The business empowers engineers, technicians, and procurement professionals by offering access the products and value-added services that support the design, build, and maintenance of industrial operations.
With a strong digital presence and a commitment to operational excellence, they help customers solve complex challenges in areas such as inventory management, predictive maintenance, and supply chain optimisation. With a mission to make industrial innovation more accessible, efficient, and sustainable, they are driving progress across sectors from manufacturing and automation to energy and infrastructure.
As the business continue to expand their global footprint, they are seeking a seasoned and strategic Vice President of Corporate Development to join the Corporate Finance function. Reporting to the SVP of Corporate Development, the Vice President will be a key member of the Corporate Development team, responsible for leading M&A execution and supporting strategic planning across the Group. This role will work closely with the Strategy Director, regional teams, and external advisors to identify, evaluate, and execute high-impact opportunities that align with the company’s long-term vision.
M&A Execution and Pipeline Development
Lead end-to-end M&A processes including origination, valuation, due diligence, negotiation, and integration planning.
Build and maintain a dynamic acquisition pipeline in collaboration with business units and external advisors.
Deliver robust financial modelling, scenario planning, and valuation analysis to inform investment and capital structure decisions.
Manage relationships with external advisors including investment banks, consultants, and legal counsel.
Ensure compliance with internal governance and regulatory approval processes.
8–15 years’ experience in M&A, corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or strategy consulting.
~ Proven track record of leading M&A transactions, ideally within the Industrials sector.
~ Strong financial acumen with expertise in valuation, deal structuring, and integration planning.
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