Our client is a highly diversified entity and an undisputed major player in the Australian Corporate landscape. With a varied portfolio of businesses, it has a track record of active asset management. This company is not one inclined to sit on its laurels as it ensures its position at the cutting edge of corporate best practice. Reporting to senior management and the board, your primary purpose will be to oversee the evaluation and execution of structural transformation and investments. You will be the point person for all responses to inbound acquisition and investment proposals as well as proactively monitoring market developments that might translate into potential growth opportunities. Candidates will have in depth experience (GM/ED/MD level) working on M&A transactions and strategic growth initiatives gained from within a corporate, investment bank or private equity fund. General industrials experience would be well regarded, though we will consider other sector experience. You will have bags of energy, a positive 'can-do' approach, and the confidence to deal at board level combined with a healthy dose of modesty. Armed with these attributes and supporting skill base you will be earmarked for future senior management opportunities. Mobility and flexibility regarding location within Australia is desirable for this role. This represents an exciting and all too rare corporate opportunity. You must have full working rights for Australia to be considered for this role. For a confidential discussion please contact Jon Michel on (02) 9235 9410 or jmichel@jmichel.com.au