Forour client, an international private company headquartered in Switzerland, we are exclusively mandated to search for a:
Corporate Finance Director
Reporting directly to the Group CFO, this high-level strategic position will be instrumental in refining the company’s financial framework, securing sustainable funding, managing cross-border tax policies, and guiding investment choices in line with their innovation strategy and sovereign purpose.Main ResponsibilitiesTreasury & Financial Risk Management
1. Ensure liquidity management across the Group at optimal cost.
2. Develop and execute financing strategies aligned with investment and corporate plans.
3. Implement and monitor financial risk mitigation strategies (currency, interest rate, credit).
4. Manage banking relationships and negotiate credit lines in Switzerland and abroad.
5. Maintain dynamic hedging practices based on market trends.
Investements, M&A, and Pension Fund Oversight
6. Lead financial due diligence for acquisitions, ventures, and strategic partnerships.
7. Contribute to the Group’s asset management strategy, including its pension fund.
8. Oversee integration and financial performance of acquired businesses.
9. Assess and structure investment opportunities in line with the Group’s long-term vision.
Insurance Program Management
10. Recommend, negotiate, and manage Group-wide insurance coverage to protect operations and assets.
11. Continuously assess and adapt insurance solutions to evolving risks in a complex geopolitical and technological landscape.
Strategic Tax Management & Compliance
12. Prepare for and manage global tax audits.
13. Lead corporate restructurings while ensuring compliance and maximizing tax efficiency.
14. Define and implement international tax strategies to support business growth and profitability.
15. Challenge and optimize tax models across multiple jurisdictions, particularly in emerging markets (notably Africa).
Profile
16. Minimum 10 years’ experience in corporate finance, including expertise in tax, treasury, risk management, and M&A.
17. Proven leadership skills, with the ability to drive cross-functional initiatives.
18. Solid track record in managing complex international tax structures, especially in developing economies.
19. Strong understanding of treasury operations and financial risk strategies.
20. M&A experience, including financial due diligence and integration of acquired entities.
21. Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation capabilities.
22. Fluent in English and French (both written and spoken).
23. Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and business acumen.
24. Academic degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; MBA, CPA, or CFA is a plus.
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.