Corporate Finance Associate Director

The Corporate Finance team 

Our Corporate Finance team helps a diverse client base with their M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory needs. This leadership role provides the opportunity to shape the strategy of the practice, work in a dynamic environment, and collaborate with Grant Thornton advisory teams across Singapore and the region.

Responsibilities

• Support origination and development of transaction opportunities, contributing to client coverage and sourcing of M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory mandates
• Execute detailed financial analysis and modelling for M&A and capital raising transactions  
• Prepare, review, and finalise pitch decks, proposals, presentations, and investment memorandums for internal and external stakeholders  
• Execute due diligence processes, including gathering, analysing, and interpreting financial data, identifying key risks and issues  
• Conduct company, industry, market, and valuation research to support transaction execution and strategic recommendations  
• Perform valuation analyses using various methods, including discounted cash flow (DCF), comparable company analysis, and precedent transactions  
• Engage with clients, investors, and stakeholders as part of transaction execution and delivery 
• Mentor and guide junior team members, ensuring quality delivery across workstreams  
• Provide input into fundraising exercises, capital structuring, and transaction execution  
• Provide oversight on the commercial outcomes of the team 

Qualifications & requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or professional qualification (CFA, CPA, ACA) preferred  
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience including at least two years in a managerial capacity
• Preferred experience engaging with external clients and stakeholders in investment banking, corporate finance advisory, or a similar professional services environment  
• Proven track record in M&A, capital raising, sell-side or corporate advisory transactions
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills, with strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation abilities  
• Detail-oriented with ability to work under tight deadlines  
• Strong organisational skills, with ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools