Head of Corporate Development (M&A)

Revolut ,
London, Greater London

Overview

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a Head of Corporate Development (M&A) to lead our external growth efforts and corporate strategy from the origination of deals to the execution of transactions. The right candidate is someone who has a track-record analysing competitive landscapes, finding acquisition targets, performing valuations, assessing strategic fit, executing deals as principal and integrating acquired companies. There is a significant project management and operations component to this position. This role will be based at Revolut's London headquarters. What you'll be doing: Leading strategic growth plans Executing external growth operations Leadership of deal origination, due diligence process and execution Preparation and evaluation of complex financial models and elaboration of investment cases Leading the integration process on acquisitions WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Strong Fintech/FIG sector advisory and M&A transactional experience within a top-tier bank or consultancy, or corporate development experience Track record of successful deal structuring and execution Deep understanding of financial institutions and banking regulationsExisting relationships with financial regulators and players Strong corporate valuation capabilitiesProven track record in leading integration of acquired companies Besides strong analytical skills, being process driven and have a methodological way of working, you need to have excellent communication skills (concise and direct) and experience of influencing a broad range of decision makers and stakeholders Excellent business judgment, communication and interpersonal skills Enthusiasm for taking on new responsibilities, even if outside areas of expertise Able to work in extremely fast-paced environment, collaboratively, and autonomously Willingness and ability to travel Willing to take on new challenges MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 8+ years investment banking experience is required Strong command of M&A strategic and financial analyses Excellent analytical and technical skills, strong command of accounting and M&A concepts Excellent academic in business/economics Masters degree in accounting, finance or economics Excellent English skills (written and oral) are a must A LITTLE ABOUT US We believe that there are better ways for people to control their money. Easier, fairer ways. Revolut started in 2015 with card transactions abroad without rubbish exchange rates or hidden fees. We've since added business accounts, vaults, insurance and even access to cryptocurrency exposure. We reached 8 million customers in October 2019 and we're adding another million every quarter. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR From employee 1 to employee 14000, you will be slotting into a global team that shares a number of traits. You can work autonomously and take ownership. We thrive with the space and responsibility to solve problems. You operate best without lots of bureaucracy. We don't hide behind fancy job titles or clunky processes 'because that's how things are done'. You approach work in a logical way. We are not afraid to make mistakes but we use data and logic to backup decisions and improve understanding. And you share our mission to improve people's relationship with their money. THE BENEFITS Competitive salary Biannual equity bonuses All the latest tech you need Skip the commute and work from home once a week Roll with a free Revolut Metal subscription Pension plan Private health insurance Don't panic about cooking: get free dinners with Deliveroo Start the day properly with fresh fruit and cereals Stay refreshed: get juice, tea, coffee and soft drinks on tap Rest up with 29 days' holiday per year