Develops and manages enterprise strategy and cross - functional initiatives for Early Warning Services. Working with senior leadership to define and execute 1 - 3 year strategic plans.
About the role
- Corporate Strategy Manager to shape strategic direction and drive growth through M&A and technology acquisition at Finastra. Leading market assessments and collaborating with senior stakeholders for actionable insights.
Responsibilities
- We are seeking an experienced senior professional to join Finastra as a Corporate Strategy Manager.
- In this role, you will shape the company’s strategic direction and drive growth through M&A and new technology acquisitions.
- You will influence executive decisions, develop business strategies, and deliver actionable plans that create long-term value.
- Conduct market assessments, market benchmarking, and emerging technology evaluations (cloud, AI, digital finance)
- Develop strategic business cases and influence executive leadership with clear, actionable recommendations.
- Translate insights into strategic business plans that align with corporate objectives.
- Build and maintain a pipeline of acquisition opportunities aligned with growth priorities.
- Lead deal execution, including due diligence and post-merger integration, ensuring seamless value creation.
- Collaborate with Product and Sales teams to provide updates and feed reporting into the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
- Collaborate with CFO to analyze potential acquisitions financials and support the bid process with data and analysis.
- Partner with the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) to develop local market strategies and go-to-market plans.
- Work closely with the Chief Product Officer (CPO) and CRO to align product and commercial priorities.
- Deliver advanced financial analysis, market sizing, and market trend insights to inform strategic decisions.
- Prepare concise, board-ready reports and presentations for senior leadership.
- Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with C-Suite executives, external advisors, and venture capital firms to support acquisition and growth initiatives.
- Conduct in-depth analysis and research to support financial planning and strategic initiatives.
Requirements
- Education: BA or BSc Degree in Business or a related discipline
- Experience: Experience in Corporate Strategy, M&A Advisory within a Consulting firm.
- Proven ability to navigate complex sales environments
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and shape strategic business plans
- Technical Expertise: Analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Strong foundation in business economics and financial analysis
- Expert-level proficiency in Excel for financial modeling and scenario analysis
- Expertise in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and deal structuring
- Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights with software vendors and SaaS companies for target screening
- Executive-Level Competencies: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage and influence C-Suite stakeholders
- Expertise in preparing and delivering board-ready reports and presentations for Venture Capitalists /Boards
- High emotional intelligence (EQ) with the ability to interpret dynamics and adapt messaging accordingly
- Nice to Have: MBA or equivalent advanced degree
- Experience leveraging AI-driven tools for strategic insights
- Additional experience of working for FinTech, Investment Bank, Financial Services or technologies firm within a similar role.
Benefits
- Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities.
- Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
- Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.
- Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*
- ESG: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.
- DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).
- Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
- Recognition : Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.
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