Corporate Development - M&A Specialist

Aspire Systems is currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented M&A & Fundraise Analyst with a strong interest and exposure to the IT Services and Artificial Intelligence domains to join our Corporate Development team.

Job Title:

M&A & Fundraise Analyst Technology/IT Services & Artificial Intelligence Specialist.

Location:

Chennai (Siruseri - SIPCOT), India

Role Overview:

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in driving our growth strategy by working on M&A origination and execution in the Technology/IT Services space and fundraising activities for a cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence product. This role requires a strong blend of financial acumen, market research expertise, and a deep understanding of the Technology/IT Services and AI sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

M&A Activities:

• Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis on the Technology/IT Services and Artificial Intelligence sectors to identify potential M&A targets and market trends.
• Prepare well-structured and insightful presentation decks for internal stakeholders and the Board of Directors.
• Assist in the end-to-end M&A process, including lead generation, target screening, valuation, due diligence, deal structuring, and transaction closure.
• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate M&A opportunities, including DCF, comparable company analysis, and precedent transactions.
• Collaborate with external advisors (legal, tax, and financial) to ensure seamless execution of M&A transactions.
• Prepare financial data books and investment memos for M&A targets.

Fundraising Activities:

• Support the development of fundraising strategies and investor pitches for our Artificial Intelligence product.
• Create compelling business cases and financial models to attract potential investors.
• Conduct in-depth regulatory research related to fundraising, including Intellectual Property analysis.
• Monitor and analyze market intelligence to identify potential investors and funding opportunities.
• Assist in the preparation of investor presentations and due diligence materials.

Qualifications:

Education:

• MBA with a specialization in Finance from a tier 1-2 institute.
• CFA certification (or progress toward it) is highly desirable.

Experience:

• 1-4 years of experience in Consulting, Market Research, Corporate Development, Investment Banking, Equity Research, or KPOs.
• Proven track record in market research, financial modeling, valuation, and performance monitoring.
• Exposure to M&A transactions and fundraising activities.
• Familiarity with the Technology/IT Services and Artificial Intelligence sectors is a strong advantage.

Skills Required:

• Strong financial modeling and valuation expertise, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, dashboarding, etc.).
• Excellent presentation and deck-making skills (PowerPoint).
• Solid understanding of M&A processes, including financial, legal, and tax considerations.
• Ability to conduct regulatory research and work with external advisors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of the IT services ecosystem and AI industry trends is a plus.
• Exposure to angel investments or early-stage fundraising is desirable.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to identify growth opportunities and translate them into actionable plans.
• Collaboration: Work effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Results-Oriented: Deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a high performance team driving innovation in the Artificial Intelligence space.
• Gain exposure to high-impact M&A and fundraising activities in the Tech/IT Services space.
• Work in a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment.