Luno is the crypto investment app you can rely on, enabling you to buy, store and explore crypto securely. We’re committed to putting the power of cryptocurrency in everyone's hands sensibly and responsibly.

Since 2013, we’ve helped millions of people around the world invest safely in crypto. We do this by cutting through the hype and supporting customers at every step of the way. All products and cryptocurrencies on our platform must first meet stringent legal, risk and technical security standards. 

Transparency is key for us. Luno stores all crypto on a 1:1 basis and we have rigorous processes in place so you can be confident your investment is secure. We’re available in more than 40 countries around the world and we work closely with respective regulators in all of these markets to be fully compliant, as we believe this is the best way to help everyone, everywhere, invest safely.

We’re looking for a highly strategic and execution-focused Head of Corporate Development to drive our inorganic growth strategy, including M&A, investments, and strategic partnerships. You will be a key member of the Strategy and Finance team, working closely with the executive team to identify, evaluate, and execute transactions that accelerate our company's mission and execution of our strategy.This role requires a blend of financial acumen, strategic thinking, deep industry knowledge, and the ability to manage complex, end-to-end deal processes including integration planning. You will be instrumental in shaping the future trajectory of the company by identifying opportunities that provide significant strategic value and measurable impact on our long-term objectives.You’ll be hands-on in financial modeling and due diligence, while also possessing the executive presence to represent the business externally, source opportunities, negotiate terms, and present recommendations to the Board and executive team.

- Strategy & Opportunity Sourcing

• Partner with the executive team, business unit leaders, and product teams to define and align on the company’s corporate development strategy, identifying key growth areas, capability gaps, and strategic targets (M&A, investments, strategic partnerships).
• Proactively source, research, and evaluate potential acquisition, investment, and partnership opportunities that meet strategic and financial objectives for the business.
• Maintain a robust pipeline of target companies and stay current on market trends, competitor activity, and disruptive technologies in our core and adjacent markets.

- Transaction Execution

• Own the end-to-end transaction lifecycle, including initial contact, strategic rationale development, valuation, due diligence coordination, negotiation, integration planning, and closing.
• Develop comprehensive financial models, including valuation (DCF, comparable company analysis, precedent transactions), synergy analysis, and returns analysis.
• Lead and manage cross-functional due diligence teams (Legal, Finance, Product, Engineering, HR) to assess key risks and opportunities.
• Draft and present detailed strategic and financial recommendations to senior management and the Board of Directors.

- Post-Transaction Integration

• Collaborate with executive team and functional leaders to develop and execute effective post-merger integration plans, ensuring successful realisation of transaction synergies and strategic objectives.

- Strategic Partnerships

• Work alongside business development teams to structure and negotiate strategic alliances and commercial partnerships that complement the organic and M&A strategies.

• 8+ years of experience in Corporate Development, Investment Banking (M&A focus), Private Equity, Strategy, or Venture Capital, preferably with exposure to the relevant industry/sector (e.g., technology, fintech, or digital assets).
• Deep expertise in M&A process management, deal structuring, valuation, and complex financial modeling.
• Proven ability to identify and articulate strategic rationales for acquisitions and investments.
• Exceptional project management skills, capable of coordinating multiple workstreams and managing cross-functional teams under tight deadlines.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of synthesizing complex information into clear, actionable insights.
• A proactive, results-oriented mindset with a high degree of intellectual curiosity and ownership.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field; MBA is a plus.

• Remote but reachable work policy gives you the freedom to choose between working from home or the office.
• Plus the option to buy and sell up to 5 days leave
• Improve body and mind, with excellent private medical insurance
• Access to Learnably and our additional learning platforms for your personal and professional development
• 6 months primary care-giver leave
• Paw-ternity leave for your furry friend
• Annual Inspiration Day in addition to your annual leave which increases based on your length of service! 
• A collaborative, friendly work community, with regular social events and virtual cooking, dancing, drawing and house planting classes hosted by our Lunauts
• Free lunch and snacks
• 0 fees up to a certain amount with Luno from the day you start.*

*Offer only available on Luno Instant Buy, not Luno Exchange.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.