Head - Merger & Acquisition

We Are Hiring | Head Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Type: Permanent

We are seeking an accomplished Head – Mergers & Acquisitions to lead strategic transaction initiatives across high-impact sectors including Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, and Metals & Mining.
The ideal candidate must bring deep experience in end-to-end deal execution, investment evaluation, due diligence, valuation, and post-merger integration within industrial sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the complete M&A lifecycle — from deal sourcing to transaction closure and exits
• Assist the COO in developing and implementing M&A strategy, business plans, and execution frameworks
• Evaluate acquisition/divestiture opportunities including strategic fit, valuation, commercial attractiveness, and risk assessment
• Build robust financial models, business cases, and investment valuation analyses
• Lead and coordinate due diligence activities with internal stakeholders and external advisors
• Manage interactions with target companies, investment banks, consultants, legal firms, and financial institutions
• Prepare investment memorandums, teasers, executive presentations, and transaction documentation
• Monitor sector valuation trends, market intelligence, and investment opportunities
• Support transaction structuring, fund transfers, and regulatory compliance during deal execution
• Participate in post-merger integration planning and execution
• Mentor junior team members and drive knowledge-sharing initiatives across the organization

Candidate Requirements
MBA / CA / Post Graduate qualification
20+ years of experience in Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, or Strategic Investments

Strong expertise in valuation modelling, financial analysis, due diligence, and deal structuring
Experience managing cross-border transactions and stakeholder relationships
Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills
Willingness to travel for business meetings and transaction activities
Preferred Background

• Experience working with large industrial groups, conglomerates, PE-backed firms, or multinational organizations
• Proven track record of successfully closed M&A transactions in Africa or emerging markets

If you are a strategic dealmaker with strong industrial sector expertise and a passion for driving transformational growth, we would like to hear from you.