Position Title:  SENIOR EXECUTIVE, CORPORATE FINANCE & PLANNING

JOB OVERVIEW

The senior executive, corporate finance and planning supports the group’s corporate finance, strategic planning and value creation initiatives through financial analysis, valuation, financial modelling and transaction execution. The role is involved in strategic transactions, corporate restructuring, fundraising and capital management activities, while working closely with management, investors, financial institutions, advisers, legal counsel and regulators to support the group’s growth, optimise its capital structure and enhance shareholder value.

Key accountabilities 

• Corporate Planning and Strategic Evaluation

Support the evaluation of the Group’s strategic initiatives, business opportunities, investments and growth projects through financial analysis, business case development and value creation assessments.

• Strategic Transactions

Assist in the execution of mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, divestments and other corporate transactions, including valuation, due diligence, transaction structuring and documentation.

• Corporate Restructuring and Reorganisation

Support the planning and implementation of corporate restructuring, business rationalisation, legal entity restructuring and corporate simplification initiatives across the Group.

• Fundraising and Capital Management

Support debt and equity fundraising, refinancing and capital management initiatives through financial modelling, funding analysis, proposal preparation and transaction execution.

• Financial Modelling and Valuation

Develop and maintain financial models, valuation analyses, scenario assessments and financial forecasts to support strategic decision-making, investment evaluations and corporate transactions.

• Regulatory, Compliance and Transaction Documentation

Assist in the preparation and coordination of regulatory submissions, compliance requirements, board papers, transaction documentation and other corporate approvals required for strategic initiatives and transactions.

• Stakeholder Management
  Liaise and coordinate with potential investors, creditors, financial institutions, professional advisers, legal counsel, regulators and other stakeholders to facilitate transaction execution and maintain effective working relationships.

• Post-Transaction and Value Realisation Monitoring

Monitor the implementation and performance of completed transactions, restructurings and strategic initiatives, including the tracking of synergies, financial returns and value realisation objectives.

Qualifications / Certifications:

• Degree-qualified in Finance, Accounting, Banking, Investment, Financial Modelling or a related discipline, with a strong academic credential (minimum CGPA of 3.5 or equivalent).
• Possess or be in the final stage of pursuing a recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g., ICAEW, ACCA, CPA, MICPA) and/or the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification
• Candidates with recognised financial modelling certifications (e.g. FMVA, FMI or equivalent) will have an added advantage.

Relevant Experience:

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in relevant corporate finance, transaction advisory, corporate planning, financial due diligence, business valuation and financial modelling, gained within a corporate or professional advisory environment
• Advanced knowledge of corporate finance projects, financial modeling, business feasibility studies, divestment, investment management, capital structure optimisation and joint ventures
• Strong and analytical capabilities, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint and the ability to leverage AI tools to enhance financial analysis and strategic planning
• Experience in reviewing and analysing legal and commercial documentation, including financing agreements, shareholder agreements, joint venture agreements, restructuring documents and transaction contracts.
• Possess good interpersonal communication and written skills in English.
• Good financial analytical skills, meticulous and able to work under pressure.
• Able to multi-task, pro-active, result orientated and able to interact with people at all levels.
• Good project management skills and able to deliver results within specific timeline.