Strategic Business Consultant

Strategic Business Consultant (Senior Manager for M&A Strategy) – Singapore (Pooling Only)

Would you like to play a key role in helping a global financial services company grow their business in Asia Pacific? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse FinTech organization which is passionate about serving customers with omnichannel way of accessing remittance services, building market profile and driving growth?

Join Western Union as a Strategic Business Consultant.

Western Union powers your pursuit. 

Be motivated by our values: Integrity, Respect, Trust & Innovation.

Role Responsibilities:

A strategy and M&A analyst supporting the company's long-term growth by analyzing market trends, developing strategic initiatives, and evaluating potential mergers and acquisitions (M&A) to fill capability gaps.

Key responsibilities include market research, building complex financial models, performing due diligence, advising on deal structures, and preparing presentations for senior management. Success in this role requires strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills, along with effective communication to align strategies with deal opportunities.

• Strategic Planning: Support the creation and implementation of a company's long-term strategies.
• Market Analysis: Conduct in-depth research into market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to identify growth opportunities.
• M&A Support: Identify potential acquisition targets, evaluate them, assist with due diligence, and help with post-merger integration.
• Financial Analysis & Modeling: Build and maintain complex financial models, perform valuations, and conduct discounted cash flow and multiple analyses to determine a deal's value.
• Executive Support: Prepare reports, presentations, and insights to help senior leadership make informed strategic and M&A decisions.

Role Requirements: 

To be successful in this role, end- to-end experience in strategic planning & digital integration.

• Experience of 3-5+ years in Payment, Remittance and/or Digital Ecosystem would be preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics; preferred to have a Master's degree in Tech/Business Administration or similar.
• Past product/business/project experience in similar fintech space; role will also be in-charge of current & future products within the ecosystem.
• Experience working with cross functional teams across APAC region
• Having an Entrepreneurial mindset

Other Key Requirements:

Technical Skills:

• Financial Modeling: Advanced capabilities in creating, maintaining, and utilizing financial models.
• Data Analysis: Proficiency in data analysis tools is a significant asset.
• Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is essential.

Soft Skills:

• Analytical & Critical Thinking: Crucial for dissecting complex information and identifying key insights.
• Communication: The ability to effectively communicate findings and build consensus among stakeholders is vital.
• Problem-Solving: Essential for navigating the complexities of deal-making and strategic planning.

We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what's next. 

Western Union aspires to be the world's most accessible financial services company —transforming lives and communities. We're a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and retail financial ecosystem that help our customers achieve their personal goals. 

Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You'll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a rewarding compensation package. If you're ready to help drive the future of financial services, it's time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at  

Benefits 

You will have access to multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and resources for development and training, in additional to a range of other global employee benefits 
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The following additional location-specific benefits also apply (note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment). 

Your Singapore specific benefits include:

• Paid Time Offs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Global Recognition and Rewards Programs
• Employee Wellness

We are passionate about our diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams, while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran (U.S.) status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable laws.

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Estimated Job Posting End Date:

This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.