Levanta Renewables is a renewable energy developer and independent power producer in Southeast Asia. We develop, build and deliver renewable energy solutions that work for each country in support of its transition to renewable energy, and do so in a sustainable manner while helping local communities. With a shared goal towards helping Southeast Asia realise its energy transition and net zero targets, Levanta is backed by Actis, a leading sustainable infrastructure private equity firm. We are developing 1.5 GW of renewable energy projects in Southeast Asia through M&A and greenfield development of C&I and utility scale projects.  

Due to business expansion, we are actively seeking an Investment Manager to be based in Singapore to join our M&A team. This role reports to the Head of Strategy and M&A. This individual will be a key member of the leadership team and will work closely with other departments to identify, evaluate, and execute M&A opportunities that align with the company’s strategic goals and growth objectives. In this role, the Investment Manager will be working within a lean team and will need to be able to work efficiently and effectively to identify and pursue potential M&A opportunities. 

• Lead the evaluation of M&A opportunities for Levanta end-to-end (origination – conducting due diligence – submitting offers – transaction documents negotiations – closing the transaction. 
• Lead the preparation of all key memos (board presentations, valuation note etc.) pertaining to M&A opportunities. 
• Lead the liaison with the prospective sellers / partners and drive the negotiations with them 
• Be the main point of contact for Head of Strategy and M&A in M&A processes across the board. 
• Guide Analysts / Associates on financial modeling, key assumptions etc. and review their work 
• Create and maintain the M&A deal pipeline 
• Build a strong network for originating deals and systematic approach to shortlist and process deals 

• Strong analytical and corporate finance skills: Able to understand and assess value & value drivers for contemplated M&A opportunities with strong fundamentals of financial valuation techniques such as Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis, Comparable Company Analysis (Comps), Precedent Transactions, etc. 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills: Able to effectively present proposals to the leadership team and external stakeholders including investors. Builds and maintains excellent relationships with external advisors. 
• Strong negotiation and deal-making skills: Responsible for negotiating and structuring M&A deals, including structuring due diligence programs and coordinating the same. 
• Strong problem-solving skills: Able to identify and evaluate complex M&A opportunities and develop creative solutions to overcome challenges and barriers. 
• Leadership experience: Responsible for guiding and mentoring junior analysts and will need to be able to lead and motivate team members to achieve shared goals. 
• Ability to work well under pressure: Need to be able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. 
• Attention to detail: The Investment Manager will be responsible for managing the end-to-end M&A process and must pay close attention to detail and ensure that all aspects of the process are handled accurately and efficiently. 
• Education level: At least a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution. A Master’s degree in Finance or Business Administration or other relevant certifications such as CFA will be seen as an advantage. 
• Job experience: Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years of experience in M&A or a related field, with a track record of successfully leading M&A deals. Experience in the wind and solar energy industry and / closing deals within SEA will be an advantage.  
• Languages: Fluency in English is required.