Corporate Finance Director
Location:
Singapore
Categories:
Advisory
The Corporate Finance team
Our Corporate Finance team helps a diverse client base with their M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory needs. This leadership role provides the opportunity to shape the strategy of the practice, work in a dynamic environment, and collaborate with Grant Thornton advisory teams across Singapore and the region.
Responsibilities
- Originate and develop transaction opportunities, leading client coverage efforts and sourcing M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory mandates
- Drive P&L performance through effective deal origination and execution, translating advisory mandates into revenue growth and improved profitability
- Lead and oversee detailed financial analysis and modelling for M&A and capital raising transactions
- Lead, review, and approve company valuations using various methods, including discounted cash flow (DCF), comparable company analysis, and precedent transactions
- Lead the preparation, review, and finalisation of pitch decks, proposals, presentations, and investment memorandums for internal and external stakeholders
- Oversee and manage due diligence processes by directing the gathering, analysing, and interpretation of financial data, identifying key risks and issues
- Drive company, industry, market, and valuation research to support transaction execution and strategic recommendations
- Engage with senior stakeholders, including clients, investors, and boards, providing strategic advice and thought leadership
- Lead, coach, and mentor the Corporate Finance team, ensuring quality delivery and succession planning
- Lead business development initiatives and drive the strategic growth of the Corporate Finance practice
- Provide guidance and thought leadership in fundraising exercises, capital structuring, complex transactions, and cross-border deals
- Lead and manage the execution of corporate finance transactions, coordinating with clients, investors, and other stakeholders
Qualifications & requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or professional qualification (CFA, CPA, ACA) preferred
- At least 10 years of relevant experience in a professional services firm, investment banking, or corporate finance, including at least 3–5 years in a leadership role
- Strong financial modelling skills and proficiency with valuation techniques
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple transactions and teams in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please complete the Job Application Form and indicate 179 in the Job ID field. An email will be sent to you within 10-15 minutes for you to submit your CV/resume.