Interim Director, M&A Strategy & Execution - On Contract

We empower car dealers and manufacturers to fully embrace digital transformation. How? By creating innovative technology that makes selling cars better for our customers, and buying and owning cars better for theirs.

We use cutting-edge technology to link our clients’ systems, departments and sites. We provide an open technology platform that’s shaping the industry for the future. We use data to help clients become more efficient, increase profitability and give more customers an amazing experience. Want to be part of it?

As Interim Director Corporate Development, you'll report to the EVP Strategy & Corporate Development and play a visible role in the Corporate Development team and more broadly within Keyloop, with regular exposure to Keyloop’s executive and senior leadership team and Keyloop’s private equity investors. You'll be part of a small team responsible for a range of corporate development activities, ranging from the identification, evaluation and execution of acquisitions, disposals, portfolio reviews, partnerships and a variety of other initiatives related to the strategic composition of Keyloop.

Supporting the execution of various Corporate Development projects including leading selected workstreams in a transaction process, managing external advisors (primarily legal, accounting and tax) and working with a cross-functional internal team

Conducting high-quality financial analysis, modelling and valuation as appropriate for the situation

Involvement in origination activities including market mapping of areas for growth, research into prospective acquisition targets and engaging with peers in various other internal functions to source all available information on a given market or target

Taking on workstreams relating to the overall equity positioning of Keyloop, such as TAM analysis, competitive positioning, KPI monitoring etc

Involvement in non-M&A related strategic projects which help drive the overall equity value of Keyloop

Helping ensure that Keyloop moves forwards with those opportunities which have the potential to create value for the company and which are consistent with the overall corporate strategy, whilst efficiently terminating others

Preparation of internal approval presentations and other materials for transactions

Maintaining various pipeline/deal flow databases and taking an interest in industry developments

Must have:

Professional services background, whether investment banking or transaction services in a big 4 (or equivalent) accounting firm

Some software M&A/transaction experience either gained in a transaction services or advisory role, or since having transitioned into a software company

Demonstrable experience of undertaking granular financial analysis, modelling and due diligence

Experience of involvement in a range of projects relevant to the role, whether acquisitions, disposals, portfolio reviews, transaction origination etc

Comfortable working in a hybrid environment

Creative self-starter who is able to work independently, take the initiative and complete all tasks with passion, energy, resilience

Advanced influencing and communication skills, together with ability to tailor approach depending on audience

Preferred:

Understanding of the key business drivers relevant to a software/technology business

Experienced of working in a private equity backed business, or with private equity backed businesses

We’re on a journey to become market leaders in our space – and with that comes some incredible opportunities. Collaborate and learn from industry experts from all over the globe. Work with game-changing products and services. Get the training and support you need to try new things, adapt to quick changes and explore different paths. Join Keyloop and progress your career, your way.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. One that respects all dimensions of diversity.  We promote an inclusive culture within our business, and we celebrate different employees and lifestyles – not just on key days, but every day.

We believe people should be paid based on their performance so our pay and benefits reflect this and are designed to attract the very best talent. We encourage everyone in our organisation to explore opportunities which enable them to grow their career through investment in their development but equally by working in a culture which fosters support and unbridled collaboration.

Keyloop doesn’t require academic qualifications for this position. We select based on experience and potential, not credentials.