M&A - Strat & Expansion Lead

Strategy & Expansion Lead (Strategy‑Led / M&A Exposure)
We are partnering with a fast‑growing regional financial services platform to appoint a Strategy & Expansion Lead. This role sits at the intersection of regional strategy, market expansion, and selective M&A, with a clear emphasis on forward-looking growth initiatives.
This is a strategy‑heavy role (~70%) complemented by hands‑on exposure to M&A and inorganic expansion (~30%), ideal for candidates seeking a balanced blend of strategic planning and transaction support.

Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Expansion (Primary Focus)
  • Support regional growth initiatives through new market entry planning, regulatory licensing strategies, and expansion roadmaps
  • Conduct market entry assessments, including market sizing, competitive landscape analysis, regulatory environment reviews, and evaluation of viable entry options (e.g. greenfield licensing, partnerships, acquisitions)
  • Lead strategic and operational assessments to evaluate growth opportunities, regulatory feasibility, and operational readiness
  • Track and monitor expansion initiatives, milestones, risks, and dependencies, ensuring strong documentation and governance
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external advisors to ensure expansion initiatives are well-structured, compliant, and executable.
M&A / Inorganic Growth (Supporting Focus)
  • Support M&A and partnership evaluations, including target screening, business model analysis, and strategic fit assessments
  • Coordinate and support due diligence workstreams across regulatory, operational, and strategic areas.
  • Prepare evaluation materials and internal recommendations for investment and acquisition decisions
  • Support post‑transaction integration planning from an operational and regulatory perspective
Requirements
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in strategy, corporate development, M&A, or related roles within banking, fintech, financial services, or consulting
  • Exposure to both strategic planning / expansion and M&A or investment evaluation (either in-house or advisory)
  • Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesise market, regulatory, and commercial insights into clear recommendations
  • Excellent written communication skills, particularly in drafting strategy papers, regulatory submissions, and investment materials
  • Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams concurrently
  • High attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to operate in evolving and ambiguous regulatory environments
Apply Now
If you are a strategy‑led professional seeking broader exposure to regional expansion and selective M&A, we welcome your application or a confidential discussion:
Email: ajay.madhukar@hays.com.my
Call / WhatsApp: +60 16 295 7867

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Banking & Financial Services
Location
Malaysia
Specialism
Banking and Financial Services
Ref:
1286086

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Ajay Madhukar, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Kuala Lumpur
Level 26, Menara 3, Petronas

Telephone: +60162957867

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