We have an exceptional opportunity for a Head of Corporate Development to join our team. Reporting into senior leadership, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the Group’s long-term growth and value creation agenda. Working closely with Executive and Board-level stakeholders, you will lead the evaluation, structuring and execution of strategic corporate development initiatives, including acquisitions, equity investments, joint ventures, partnerships and divestments. This is a highly visible role with significant influence across the Group, supporting critical decisions that drive sustainable growth, portfolio optimisation and shareholder value.
- Leading and running the day to day execution of corporate development projects and M&A transactions
- Coordination and management of relationships with external advisors and internal teams
- Leading project due diligence and preparing/reviewing transaction materials
- Identifying and assessing key transactional considerations and developing workable and pragmatic solutions
- Leading assessment of financial projections and financial impact of pursuing the transaction / opportunities
- Preparation of internal transaction materials for senior colleagues, the Executive committee and the Board
- Run the evaluation of inorganic opportunities whether originated internally or in response to inbounds
- Developing and leading a successful team, giving them the opportunities to be their best
- Forecasting and handling my budgets effectively, always being cost conscious
- Experience within lead advisory roles (e.g. Big 4 or Investment Bank) or In-house Corporate Development roles
- Significant years experience in a transaction environment
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior colleagues
- Great teamwork and collaboration
- Strong ability in Excel, PowerPoint and Word
- Detailed understanding of valuation methodologies
- Ability to build & review financial models (e.g. DCFs)
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At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you’re just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we’re here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.
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