Acquisitions & Investments Director

Description:

S&P Global is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Director – Mergers, Acquisitions & Investments to join its London-based corporate development team. Reporting to the Head of M&A and Strategic Investments, the selected candidate will support a global business with approximately $14 billion in annual revenue and over 42,000 employees worldwide. This is a pivotal role in shaping and executing S&P Global’s strategic M&A initiatives.

As a senior member of the team, you will take ownership of the entire M&A lifecycle, from deal sourcing and evaluation through execution and integration. The role demands exceptional communication, strategic thinking, financial analysis, and cross-functional leadership skills to navigate complex transactions and drive value creation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a wide range of M&A transactions from ideation to completion.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across multiple business units and functions.

• Coordinate cross-functional workstreams ensuring timely and favorable transaction outcomes.

• Develop detailed financial and valuation models including synergy and dis-synergy analysis.

• Conduct business analyses to support successful acquisitions and investments.

• Manage due diligence processes and coordinate with subject matter experts across finance, legal, operations, and strategy teams.

• Build industry relationships and contribute to deal sourcing efforts.

• Present deal rationales and strategic insights through clear and compelling PowerPoint presentations.

• Contribute to strategic pipeline management and opportunity assessments.

• Promote best practices across divisions and enhance S&P Global’s M&A processes.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Minimum 5+ years of M&A experience, preferably in investment banking or top-tier strategy consulting.

• Strong project management skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.

• In-depth experience managing full M&A deal lifecycle.

• Strong business acumen with a proven track record of driving financial analysis and valuation.

• Adept at summarizing complex deal rationales for diverse audiences.

• Comfortable operating in a matrixed organization with global reach.

• Experience working in or with a publicly listed company is a plus.

• Self-starter with high levels of motivation, curiosity, and resilience.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint; ability to build and present financial models and presentations effectively.

Location & Work Style:

• Location: London, England (Hybrid model – 2–3 days/week onsite at S&P Global office)

What’s in It for You?

• Be part of a global leader in financial intelligence and market analytics.

• Opportunity to influence multi-billion-dollar investment decisions.

• Exposure to high-impact projects and global stakeholders.

• Access to comprehensive professional development and learning resources.

• Competitive compensation and benefits including flexible time off, wellness coverage, financial planning, and family support programs.

• Collaborative, high-performance culture that encourages innovation and inclusion.

About the Company:

S&P Global is at the forefront of providing essential intelligence that powers global markets. With over 35,000 professionals worldwide, the company transforms data into actionable insights across industries such as finance, sustainability, energy, and technology. S&P Global is committed to discovery, partnership, and integrity, with a strong emphasis on continuous progress and equitable growth.