Work Mode: Hybrid
Role Overview:
We are 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. 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 analyse market intelligence to identify potential investors and funding opportunities.
- Assist in the preparation of investor presentations and due diligence materials
Required Qualification:
- MBA with a specialization in Finance from a tier 1-2 institute.
- CFA certification (or progress toward it) is highly desirable.
Required Experience:
- 1-4yearsofexperience in Consulting, Market Research, Corporate Development, Investment Banking, Equity Research, or KPOs.
- Proven track record in market research, financial modelling, 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
Good to Have
- Strong financial modelling 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 .
About Aspire Systems
Aspire Systems is a $180+ million global technology services firm with over 4,900 employees worldwide, partnering with 275+ active customers. Founded in 1996, Aspire has grown steadily at a 19% CAGR since 2020.
Headquartered in Singapore, we operate across the US, UK, LATAM, Europe, the Middle East, India, and Asia Pacific regions, with strong nearshore delivery centers in Poland and Mexico. Aspire has been consistently recognized among India’s 100 Best Companies to Work For for 12 consecutive years by the Great Place to Work Institute.
Who We Are
Aspire is built on deep expertise in Software Engineering, Digital Services, Testing, and Infrastructure & Application Support. We serve diverse industries including Independent Software Vendors, Retail, Banking & Financial Services, and Insurance.
Our proven frameworks and accelerators enable us to create future-ready, scalable, and business-focused systems, helping customers across the globe embrace digital transformation at speed and scale.
Why Join Aspire Systems
Being an Aspirian means being part of a future-ready, global workplace where you will work on emerging technologies, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to meaningful digital transformation initiatives.
We foster innovation, value diverse perspectives, and enable continuous learning and career growth — guided by our philosophy of “Attention. Always.” Aspire also follows a hybrid work model, promoting flexibility, collaboration, and work-life balance.
Learn more about Life at Aspire: https://www.aspiresys.com/careers/life-at-aspire
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At Aspire Systems, we foster a work culture that appreciates diversity and inclusiveness. We understand that our multigenerational workforce represents different regions, cultures, economic backgrounds, races, genders, ethnicities, education levels, personalities, and religions. We believe these differences make us stronger and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued.
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Disclaimer
The above statements are not intended to be a complete statement of job content, but rather to serve as a guide to the essential functions performed by the employee in this role. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time