Senior General Manager - Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Location: Mumbai
About Us
StayVista is India’s largest villa hospitality brand and has redefined group getaways. Our handpicked luxury villas are present in every famous holiday destination across the country. We curate unique experiences paired with top-notch hospitality, creating unforgettable stays. Here, you will be a part of our passionate team, dedicated to crafting exceptional getaways and curating one-of-a-kind homes. We are a close-knit tribe, united by a shared love for travel and on a mission to become the most loved hospitality brand in India.
Why Work With Us?
At StayVista, you're part of a community where your ideas and growth matter. We’re a fast-growing team that values continuous improvement. With our skill upgrade programs, you’ll keep learning and evolving, just like we do. And hey, when you’re ready for a break, our villa discounts make it easy to enjoy the luxury you help create.
Your Role
As a Senior General Manager at StayVista, you will be responsible for leading the company’s inorganic growth strategy by identifying, evaluating, negotiating, and executing mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic investments, while partnering closely with senior leadership to drive long-term value creation.
About You
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Develop and execute the company’s M&A and corporate development strategy aligned with overall business objectives
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Identify and evaluate inorganic growth opportunities including acquisitions, partnerships, and strategic investments
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Build and maintain a strong pipeline of potential acquisition targets
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Establish and nurture relationships with investment banks, advisors, and key industry stakeholders
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Proactively source deals, partnerships, and investment opportunities
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Lead end-to-end due diligence across financial, commercial, operational, and legal aspects
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Conduct valuation analysis using DCF, comparable companies, and precedent transactions
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Assess risks, synergies, and overall strategic fit of potential transactions
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Structure transactions including equity, debt, and earn-out models
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Lead negotiations and manage transaction documentation
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Coordinate with legal, tax, and external advisors to ensure smooth deal execution
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Present investment proposals and recommendations to CEO, CFO, and Board of Directors
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, legal, operations, and strategy
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Manage relationships with external stakeholders such as investors and consultants
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Oversee post-merger integration planning and execution
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Track synergy realization and key performance metrics
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Ensure smooth transition and effective value capture post-acquisition
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field (MBA/CA preferred)
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12–15 years of experience in M&A, investment banking, private equity, or corporate development
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Proven track record of leading end-to-end M&A transactions
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Strong financial modeling and valuation expertise, excellent negotiation and deal structuring capabilities
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Strong strategic thinking and business acumen, demonstrated leadership and team management skills
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, sound knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks.
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This position includes tasks supporting Owner and Guest Management, as determined by organizational needs.
Bonus Points - These are non-essential, but a bonus if you have them!
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Experience in cross-border M&A transactions with strong understanding of international markets, regulations, and cultural integration, enabling expansion into new geographies and diversified growth
Key Metrics: What you will drive and achieve
- Number and quality of deals executed
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Value creation and ROI from acquisitions
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Synergy realization (cost savings/revenue growth)
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Integration success rate
Our Core Values: Are you a CURATER?
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Curious: Here, your curiosity fuels innovation.
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User-Centric: You’ll anticipate the needs of all our stakeholders and exceed expectations.
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Resourceful: You’ll creatively optimise our resources with solutions that elevate experiences in unexpected ways.
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Aspire: Keep learning, keep growing—because we’re all about continuous improvement.
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Trust: Trust is our foundation. You’ll work in a transparent, reliable, and fair environment.
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Enjoy: We believe in having fun while building something extraordinary.
StayVista Spirit: Our Behavioral Competencies – How We Work Together
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Business Acumen: You grasp the basics of our company, customers, and services, always thinking ahead in your work. You’re mindful of costs and benefits, making smart decisions while learning from risks and mistakes.
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Change Management: You’re open to change, adjusting quickly to new information or challenges. Always eager to learn, you find creative ways to improve your work and seek feedback for growth.
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Leadership: You set clear goals, guide your team with energy, and take full responsibility for the work, ensuring others respect your leadership through action.
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Customer Centricity: You understand both internal and external customer needs and take ownership in addressing any service issues. You maintain clear communication and handle customer interactions with patience and respect.
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Teamwork: You collaborate well with others, respecting diverse opinions and always contributing positively to the team. You keep lines of communication open and share your thoughts without judgment.
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Result Orientation: You take responsibility for completing tasks and proactively tackle challenges to exceed expectations. You’re quick to spot issues and address them efficiently, making decisive decisions with resourcefulness.
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Planning and Organizing: You handle multiple priorities well, staying organized and focused. You ensure your work is thorough, accurate, and aligned with set processes to meet goals effectively.
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Communication: You communicate your ideas clearly, encourage dialogue, and ensure timely responses to your team, clients, and manager. You assert your views confidently and use multiple channels to share information effectively.
StayVista is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decisions based on race, colour, religion, caste, creed, nationality, age, sex, including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable laws.
