Corporate Development Associate Director

This is a high-ownership role that sits close to senior leadership. You'll work across corporate strategy, partnerships, investor relations and special projects - taking initiatives from idea to execution. In a lean, decentralised setup, you'll be expected to drive work end-to-end.What you'll be doing:Corporate strategy & planningLead corporate planning initiatives and drive implementation of company strategy with the CEO, C-suite and heads of departmentDevelop plans to scale operational processes, systems and people in line with the group's growth objectivesWork across teams to optimise existing business units and launch new onesReport on the profitability and operating performance of the company and its business units, with recommendations to improve cost efficiency or grow revenuePrepare board papers, strategy memos and management presentationsMarket expansion & special projectsLead overseas expansion projects: comparative market analysis, market sizing, regulatory landscape, entry model, partner identification and executionOwn high-priority special projects end to end, coordinating Finance, Legal, Compliance, Product, Trading and OperationsBusiness development & strategic partnershipsOriginate, structure and negotiate partnerships with banks, financial institutions and ecosystem partnersBuild distribution for tokenised capital markets products with issuers, platforms and institutional partnersOwn partnership commercials, term sheets and ongoing relationship managementSpecial ProjectsSource, evaluate and execute strategic investments and joint venturesBuild financial analyses and valuation models (DCF, trading comps, precedent transactions) as the basis for deal structuring and negotiationRun due diligence and transaction documentation with internal teams and external advisors; support post-deal integrationPrepare investment memoranda and presentations on targets and transactions for senior management, the board and shareholdersInvestor relations & stakeholder managementManage relationships with shareholders and investors, including regular reporting, updates and ad-hoc requestsSupport fundraising and capital activities: investor materials, data rooms and investor Q&AAct as a trusted point of contact for senior internal and external stakeholdersWhat we're looking for:Degree in Finance, Economics, Business or a related discipline; CFA / MBA a plusAt least 5+ years of relevant experience in M&A, corporate finance, investment banking, private equity / venture capital, corporate development or management consultingHands-on deal execution experience, including managing due diligence and transaction documentationAble to design, build and analyse financial models and run valuation analyses; strong grasp of capital structure and corporate financeTrack record of originating and closing partnerships or commercial dealsComfortable working with C-suite, boards and investors; strong communication and presentation skillsClear, structured thinker who builds efficient systems and gets things done; high numeracy and attention to detailSelf-motivated and hands-on, with strong emotional intelligence; thrives in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment and relishes stepping upStrong interest in digital assets and the industryStrong Excel, PowerPoint and Word skills; familiar with Google WorkspaceNice to have:Mandarin and/or Japanese (business level)Background in fintech, payments, banking or digital assetsFamiliarity with tokenisation, digital securities or capital markets infrastructureMarket expansion or licensing experience in Southeast Asia,What’s in for you:Friendly and fun start-up work cultureConvenient work location located in the heart of CBD areaGenerous annual leaves on top of national holidaysMedical coverage including GP, Specialist, TCM, and moreSelf-care benefits and exciting fitness workshops/webinarsVibrant office with a well-stocked pantryBy submitting your application to us, you consent to the collection, use, disclosure and processing of your personal data in accordance with our privacy policy, which is accessible at <https://www.coinhako.com/legal/sg-1/privacy_policy>.