Head of Mergers and Acquisitions

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic

Head of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

to lead global inorganic growth initiatives for our IT Services and Staffing organization. This senior leadership role will be responsible for

identifying, evaluating, and executing global acquisition and investment opportunities

aligned with the company’s growth strategy across

India, North America, Europe, and other emerging regions .

The ideal candidate will possess a

strong understanding of the IT services and staffing industry , a proven track record of leading

cross-border M&A transactions , and deep expertise in

valuation, due diligence, deal structuring, and stakeholder management .

Key Responsibilities

Strategic M&A Leadership

Develop and execute the company’s

global M&A strategy

in alignment with corporate objectives and growth targets.

Identify and assess potential

acquisition, merger, joint venture, or strategic investment opportunities

across target geographies and service lines.

Establish and maintain a robust M&A pipeline by proactively engaging with investment bankers, advisors, consulting firms, and industry networks.

Deal Origination & Evaluation

Conduct

industry and company research

to identify strategic fits based on service capabilities, geography, technology alignment, or customer base.

Evaluate opportunities using

financial modeling, valuation techniques, and scenario analysis

to assess potential synergies and ROI.

Prepare detailed

business cases, investment memos, and board presentations

supporting proposed transactions.

Due Diligence & Deal Execution

Lead and coordinate

cross-functional due diligence efforts

(financial, tax, legal, HR, technology, and operational).

Negotiate key transaction terms, including pricing, structure, earn-outs, and integration parameters.

Work closely with external advisors (investment banks, legal counsel, tax consultants) to ensure smooth transaction execution.

Integration & Post-Merger Alignment

Partner with executive leadership, finance, HR, and operations teams to drive

integration planning and synergy realization .

Establish post-acquisition metrics and governance to track performance and ROI against the investment thesis.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

Engage directly with

target company leadership, investors, board members, and key advisors

to ensure alignment and deal success.

Collaborate with internal business leaders to define strategic M&A priorities and communicate deal progress transparently.

Required Skills & Experience

Professional Experience

12+ years

of progressive experience in

M&A, corporate development, or investment banking , with at least

5+ years in a leadership role

within the

IT services or staffing industry .

Proven experience in

executing global mid-market M&A transactions

across

India, the U.S., EU, and APAC

regions.

Strong knowledge of

financial modeling, valuation techniques (DCF, comparables, precedent transactions) , and transaction structuring.

Demonstrated ability to

negotiate, close deals, and manage end-to-end M&A lifecycle .

Experience coordinating multi-geography transactions and managing multiple stakeholders across time zones.

Education

CA, CFA, or MBA

from a top-tier institution (IIM, ISB, Ivy League, or equivalent).

Advanced financial and analytical acumen with a strong grasp of corporate finance, accounting, and deal economics.

Key Competencies

Exceptional

analytical and quantitative

skills; ability to translate complex data into strategic insights.

Strong

communication and presentation

skills with board-level exposure.

High degree of

integrity, confidentiality, and executive presence .

Proven ability to work in

fast-paced, global, matrixed environments .

Excellent

relationship management, negotiation, and problem-solving

capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in a

mid-sized global IT services, consulting, or staffing organization .

Exposure to

private equity or venture-backed environments

and buy-side due diligence.

Track record of

successful integrations and post-merger synergy realization .

Why Join Us

Opportunity to lead

global inorganic growth

for a rapidly scaling IT services and staffing organization.

High-visibility role with direct impact on corporate strategy and long-term value creation.

Collaborate with a global leadership team driving digital transformation and global expansion.