Senior Manager, Global Corporate Development

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About Dentsu

Led by Dentsu Group Inc. (Tokyo: 4324; ISIN: JP3551520004), a pure holding company established on January 1, 2020, the Dentsu Group encompasses two operational networks: dentsu japan network, which oversees Dentsu’s agency operations in Japan, and dentsu international, its international business headquarters in London, which oversees Dentsu’s agency operations outside of Japan.

With a strong presence in approximately 145 countries and regions across five continents and with 65,000 dedicated professionals, the Dentsu Group provides a comprehensive range of client-centric integrated communications, media and digital services through its five leadership brands-Carat, dentsu X, iProspect, Dentsu Creative, and Merkle-as well as through Dentsu Japan Network companies, including Dentsu Inc., the world’s largest single brand agency with a history of innovation. The Group is also active in the production and marketing of sports and entertainment content on a global scale.

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Role Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager, Global Corporate Development to drive end to end execution of strategic transactions and projects supporting dentsu Group’s strategy. This role requires a strong combination of strategic analysis, financial acumen, deal execution experience, and cross functional leadership to advance acquisitions, divestitures, partnerships, and investment opportunities. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in identifying growth levers, evaluating strategic options, executing transactions, and supporting long-term value creation across the portfolio.

Key responsibilities

• Support portfolio optimisation initiatives, including performance assessments, divestiture evaluations, and value creation tracking.
• Contribute to strategic growth initiatives by analysing market trends, identifying whitespace opportunities, and supporting the development of inorganic growth strategies
• Collaborate with Group Functions and Global M&A teams to support all phases of the M&A lifecycle including strategic screening, due diligence, negotiation, and integration
  • Manage the deal pipeline, including liaison with the markets maintaining the Regional pipeline control schedules and reporting to the Dentsu Group M&A team
  • Lead the transaction process, from initial lead to post completion integration, for smaller transactions for both buy-side and sell-side engagements
  • Develop appropriate deal structures, taking account of the strategic and commercial rational, to maximise returns and mitigate deal risks and meet Dentsu hurdle requirements
  • Prepare and review financial investment models, due-diligence reports, acquisition proposals (APs), and transaction documentation, liaising with external advisors, Group functions and key stakeholders
  • Review draft LOIs, SPAs, and legal documents to ensure deal structures are accurately represented and risks are appropriately mitigated.
  • Review earn-out calculations and underlying documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with agreed mechanisms.
  • Oversee post-acquisition reporting, including 3-month integration checklists and 12-month performance reviews.
• Support the development and maintenance of M&A templates, financial models, processes, and best practices.
• Evaluate past transactions to extract insights, lessons learned, and opportunities to enhance future deal execution.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in corporate development, M&A, investment banking, transaction services, strategy, or a related deal-focused environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to evaluate strategic opportunities and advise senior internal stakeholders.
• Advanced financial modelling, valuation, and analytical capabilities, with demonstrated proficiency in assessing complex investment cases.
• Deep understanding of both sell-side and buy-side M&A processes, including deal structures, due diligence, valuation methodologies, and transaction execution.
• Track record of operating effectively in fast-paced, high-stakes environments with multiple concurrent workstreams.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with experience influencing senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Strong judgment, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize under tight deadlines.
• Proactive, collaborative mindset with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Professional qualifications (CA and/or CFA) preferred; relevant experience in valuation, deal advisory, or strategy will also be considered.
• Familiarity with the advertising, media, or marketing sectors is advantageous but not essential.
• Passion for contributing to a dynamic, purpose-driven environment aligned with Dentsu’s values and long-term vision.

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