Senior Manager- Restructuring and M&A

Job Title: Senior Manager- Restructuring and M&A Location: Bangalore, India Reports to: Group Corporate Finance Head. Role Overview ETG is executing a multi-year transformation to establish independent verticals and strengthen the balance sheet across its global portfolio, requiring complex carve-outs, reorganisations, and M&A transactions in multiple jurisdictions. We are seeking a Senior Manager – Restructuring & M&A to lead the design and execution of these projects - from feasibility assessment and deal structuring through detailed planning, execution, and post-implementation stabilization — ensuring compliance, business continuity, and value creation While operating without a permanent direct team, the role will collaborate with allocated cross-functional project teams drawn from corporate finance, tax, treasury, legal, and operations, as well as manage external advisors. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in both advisory and corporate implementation , with deep technical expertise in tax and/or financial structuring, complemented by strong commercial knowledge, IFRS, Balance Sheet restructuring, valuation skills, and the ability to navigate high-change, multi-country environments. Key Responsibilities Transaction Structuring & Planning Lead the financial and tax structuring of carve-outs, spin-offs, reorganisations, and M&A transactions. Develop and assess deal structures , reviewing business plans, financial models, cash flow forecasts, and historical performance. Conduct and coordinate financial & tax due diligence ; challenge and validate key assumptions. Provide structuring options considering international tax, IFRS, and commercial implications. Drive business valuations and option analysis (e.g., liquidation, restructuring, sale). Prepare reorganisation plans with clear steps, standalone country models, and Day-1 readiness deliverables. Implementation & Execution Leadership Project manage end-to-end execution across finance, tax, legal, treasury, HR, IT, and operations. Oversee entity formation, intercompany arrangements, banking, payroll, and statutory compliance. Manage advisor deliverables, agreement execution, and exit strategies to ensure smooth handover. Maintain robust project governance, risk management, and escalation protocols. Stakeholder Management & Change Leadership Act as single point of contact for finance between internal teams, external advisors, and counterparties. Engage with senior leadership and Board; translate technical financial issues into strategic implications. Provide financial and tax inputs for agreements and carve-out documents. Coach and guide in-house finance teams on new processes and structures. Qualifications & Experience 10–15 years’ experience in corporate restructuring, carve-outs, business separations, or M&A execution within large, complex, multi-jurisdictional organisations, including minimum 5 years leading cross-border carve-out or reorganisation projects. Deep expertise, with at least 5 years’ experience, in either International/M&A Tax or Financial Structuring (both preferred), with strong working knowledge of the other. Proven capability in tax structuring, financial modelling, valuations, due diligence, and separation accounting . Track record with Big 4 or top-tier consulting firms and/or corporate M&A teams , with hands-on delivery of implementation and balance sheet restructurings . Strong understanding of IFRS and multi-jurisdictional tax regulations . Demonstrated success in both advisory and in-house implementation roles. Exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation skills. Professional qualification: Chartered Accountant, CPA, ACCA or MBA Finance Key Competencies Strategic thinking with operational execution ability. Strong commercial acumen and deal-making insight. Excellent communication and influencing skills at C-suite and Board level (preferred). Ability to lead Change under ambiguity and tight deadlines. High resilience and adaptability in fast-paced environments.