Finding a Head of Corporate M&A for an Optical Technology Multinational

Beaumont Bailey was engaged by a global optical technology manufacturer to seek a Head of Corporate M&A responsible for global M&A activity. The company, prioritising technological innovation and advancement, is a market leader within its sector.

SEARCH BACKGROUND

M&A leaders with a strong track record of managing complex corporate functions with a global reach and market-leading M&A expertise were considered. It was essential to secure someone with experience leading numerous high-profile M&A projects and who possessed strong communication and collaborative skills to work closely with the technology group’s four businesses.

REQUIREMENTS

As a market leader with over a century of history and a strong global reputation in technology manufacturing and development, this organisation sought Beaumont Bailey’s assistance. Their objective was to find a Head of Corporate M&A to lead diverse global M&A projects valued up to €1 billion. The candidate required strong communication skills as they would be working closely with all strategy teams across several different markets to advise and provide M&A .

OUTCOMES

Beaumont Bailey utilised its strong relationships and networks across the technology manufacturing sector and, after a comprehensive search process in the DACH region, found an exceptional and ambitious Head of M&A. This individual had expertise across the entire M&A cycle and a strong track record with global projects, enabling them to support the group’s corporate development goals and provide M&A expertise across the global business.

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