Finastra

Corporate Strategy Manager

Finastra

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: London • United Kingdom

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Cloud

About the role

  • 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.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
M&Afinancial analysisfinancial modelingvaluation techniquesdeal structuringmarket assessmentsmarket benchmarkingcloud technologyAIdigital finance
Soft skills
influence senior stakeholdersstrategic planningcommunication skillsemotional intelligenceproblem-solvinganalytical capabilitiesrelationship managementcollaborationpresentation skillsdata synthesis
Certifications
BA or BSc DegreeMBA or equivalent advanced degree