VP Strategy and M&A

Vice President, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

Full time, Global

Role benefits: Competitive Salary + Benefits Package and more

Become part of making the impossible possible.

About the Role

Mergers & Acquisitions is a central driver of value creation for Malvern Panalytical and a key pillar of our long‑term growth strategy. The Vice President, M&A is responsible for shaping and delivering the company’s global inorganic growth agenda in a disciplined, repeatable, and value‑accretive way.

This role leads the full M&A lifecycle, spanning strategic pipeline development, target identification, transaction execution, governance, and post‑deal integration oversight. Working in close partnership with the Executive Management Team, Divisional leaders, and Group functions, the VP M&A ensures that acquisitions, minority investments, and strategic partnerships enhance our technology leadership, strengthen our market position, and support sustainable EBITDA growth.

As a trusted advisor to Executive Committee sponsors and the Board, the VP M&A provides expert guidance on all aspects of inorganic growth, helping to shape strategic decisions that accelerate the company’s ambitions.

What you’ll be doing

• Define and deliver a clear, prioritized M&A strategy aligned to growth ambitions and portfolio evolution
• Identify, assess, and prioritize high‑value acquisition, investment, and partnership opportunities
• Build and sustain a strong global pipeline, balancing immediate bolt‑ons with transformational opportunities
• Partner with Divisional and functional leaders to originate opportunities and align on strategic fit
• Lead end‑to‑end deal execution with pace, rigor, and commercial discipline
• Shape compelling investment cases, valuations, and deal structures that drive shareholder value
• Negotiate transactions to achieve optimal strategic, financial, and risk‑adjusted outcomes
• Ensure robust governance, enabling confident, high‑quality Executive and Board decision‑making
• Direct comprehensive due diligence to surface risks, validate assumptions, and protect value
• Ensure integration readiness pre‑signing, with clear synergy targets and execution plans
• Oversee post‑close performance and value realization, holding teams accountable to investment outcomes
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Executive Team and Board on inorganic growth, portfolio strategy, and deal risk

About you

• Significant senior‑level M&A experience within corporate development, private equity, investment banking, or strategy
• Experience in industrial technology, analytical instrumentation, or related science‑based sectors is essential
• Proven track record leading multiple end‑to‑end transactions, from origination through execution and integration oversight
• Strong financial acumen, with deep expertise in valuation, investment case development, and synergy modelling
• Demonstrated experience advising and working closely with Executive Teams and Boards on high‑value strategic transactions
• Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Science, or a related field
• Advanced capability in financial analysis and strategic decision‑making, developed through both academic and professional experience
• Exposure to both bolt‑on and transformational deals within global, matrixed organizations
• Practical experience in post‑merger integration and value realization
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification from a leading international business school
• Formal training in corporate finance, strategy, or M&A
• Board‑level exposure or understanding of corporate governance practices

What’s In It For You

• Join an ambitious, fast‑growing international organisation with a collaborative, inclusive culture where your ideas and impact truly matter
• Play a meaningful role in driving growth at a global leader committed to partnering with customers to make the world a better place
• Be part of a globally connected team, with opportunities to collaborate across regions and influence initiatives at scale
• Benefit from a comprehensive and competitive rewards package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and success

Equal Opportunity Employer

Malvern Panalytical, Micromeritics & SciAps, part of the Spectris Group, are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and achieve a fulfilling career. We encourage applications from underrepresented individuals and people with diverse backgrounds. Your unique perspective is important to us.