dentsu

Senior Manager, Global Corporate Development

Singapore · Work style not stated · Full time

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Employerdentsu
LocationSingapore
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted30 Mar 2026

Job Description:

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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www.dentsu.com

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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Location:

Singapore

Brand:

Global Functions

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

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