HEAD, PORTFOLIO PLANNING & EXECUTION

JOB PURPOSE

To lead and drive the end-to-end portfolio divestment strategy and execution, including asset disposals, equity sell-downs, restructuring initiatives, and exit strategies, ensuring transactions are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and aligned with corporate objectives and long-term value creation.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Strategic Leadership & Portfolio Optimization

• Develop and lead the overall divestment strategy aligned with corporate portfolio objectives and value maximisation goals

• Identify, evaluate, and prioritise divestment opportunities through financial, commercial, and strategic assessments

• Advise Management and Board on portfolio rationalisation strategies, risks, and value implications

• Drive portfolio performance reviews and recommend restructuring, exit, or monetisation initiatives

Transaction Leadership & Execution

• Lead end-to-end divestment transactions including structuring, valuation, negotiation, execution, and closing

• Oversee preparation and presentation of Decision Gate (DG) papers, Divestment Decision Review Board (DDRB) submissions, management papers, and Board materials

• Direct the development of Information Memoranda, Teasers, financial models, and transaction documentation

• Lead negotiations with buyers, partners, and advisors to secure optimal commercial outcomes

• Oversee due diligence processes, ensuring effective coordination across financial, legal, tax, technical, and regulatory workstreams

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure all divestment activities comply with internal governance frameworks, policies, and regulatory requirements

• Identify and mitigate transaction risks, including legal, financial, reputational, and operational exposures

• Ensure proper documentation, audit trail, and post-transaction handover processes

• Monitor post-divestment obligations and ensure smooth transition and closure

Stakeholder & Advisor Management

• Act as key liaison with internal stakeholders including Finance, Legal, Strategy, Operations, and Risk

• Manage and oversee external advisors including investment banks, legal counsel, tax advisors, and valuers

• Engage and align cross-functional teams to ensure transaction readiness and timely delivery

Financial & Valuation Oversight

• Provide oversight on valuation methodologies, financial modelling, and commercial assessments

• Ensure robustness of financial assumptions and transaction analytics

• Drive scenario analysis to support strategic decision-making

Team Leadership & Capability Development

• Lead, coach, and develop the Portfolio Planning & Execution team

• Review and provide guidance on analysis, models, reports, and transaction materials

• Build internal transaction capability and institutional knowledge within the division

QUALIFICATIONS / CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Law, or related discipline from a recognised Higher Learning Institution

• Professional certifications such as CFA, CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent are advantageous

• Postgraduate qualification (MBA or equivalent) would be an added advantage

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

• 10–15 years of relevant experience in corporate finance, M&A, investments, portfolio management, strategy, or transaction advisory

• Proven track record in leading and closing complex divestment or corporate transactions

• Strong understanding of valuation methodologies, financial structuring, and transaction lifecycle

• Experience in presenting to senior management and Board-level stakeholders

• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience