The Role
About the Team
It’s no secret that Meesho is making massive leaps towards becoming the most used e-commerce app in India. Our Finance team has a key role to play in the company's success. Here’s your chance to be a part of the Meesho success story!😎 As Manager - Corp Dev and M&A, you will be one among the 50+ professionals working in domains such as Financial Reporting, Finance Operations, Business Finance, Treasury Management and Taxation. The team consists of Chartered Accountants, Business experts and Engineers, who have previously worked for internationally renowned organisations.Our team believes in working hard and partying harder. We organise team trivia nights, board game marathons, and other fun events to foster our team spirit 💥.
About the Role
As Manager - Corp Dev and M&A , you’ll drive strategic partnerships and outreach programs. In this role, you’ll take up initiatives with complete ownership, manage multiple projects and drive execution with various org teams within Meesho. You’ll also lead efforts related to the assessment and execution of relevant investment and / or partnership opportunities by developing a strategic rationale for Meesho. You’ll coordinate due diligence exercises and augment the team's industry awareness.
What you will do
- Deal Sourcing & Market Mapping
- Build and maintain a strong sourcing network across startups, VC firms, investment banks, accelerators, and industry forums to identify high-potential acquisition and partnership opportunities aligned with Meesho's vision of democratising internet commerce in India
- Actively track emerging trends in e-commerce, supply chain, fintech, and adjacent tech ecosystems to map potential strategic fits for Meesho.
- Develop a structured pipeline of M&A, investment, and partnership opportunities, ensuring alignment with Meesho’s long-term strategy.
- Source, evaluate, and negotiate potential acquisitions, joint ventures, and alliances to strengthen our seller ecosystem and consumer offerings.
- Lead and manage the end-to-end deal lifecycle for M&A and strategic partnerships that enhance Meesho’s platform and capabilities.
- Drive integration planning and execution for acquired entities to maximize operational synergies and cultural alignment.
- Source, Identify and evaluate potential investment opportunities in e-commerce, logistics, and fintech startups that complement Meesho’s ecosystem.
- Work closely with VCs, PE firms, and investment banks to explore co-investment and fundraising opportunities.
- Conduct in-depth market research and competitor benchmarking to identify risks and opportunities in India’s evolving e-commerce landscape.
- Develop data-driven insights to guide Meesho’s expansion, business diversification, and revenue growth strategies.
- Financial Modeling & Due Diligence
- Build financial models to evaluate M&A, investment, and partnership opportunities, ensuring robust decision-making.
- Lead due diligence efforts, assessing financial, operational, and strategic fit with Meesho’s long-term goals.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Strategic Partnerships
Investment Strategy
Market Intelligence & Competitive Analysis
What you will need
- MBA from a top-tier institute
- 2+ years of post-MBA experience in corporate development, investment banking, venture capital, or management consulting.
- Experience in deal sourcing, investment pipeline management, and building strong industry networks.
- Ability to analyze complex data, synthesize insights, and present actionable recommendations.
- Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills
About us
Welcome to Meesho, where every story begins with a spark of inspiration and a dash of entrepreneurial spirit. We're not just a platform; we're your partner in turning dreams into realities.
Curious about life at Meesho? Our people have a lot to say and they've made us the top-rated e-commerce workplace on Glassdoor.
Our Mission
Democratising internet commerce for everyone- Meesho (Meri shop) started with a single idea in mind -to be an e-commerce destination for the next billion Indian consumers and enable 100 million small businesses to succeed online. We provide sellers with a range of industry-first benefits such as zero commission and the lowest shipping cost. Over 1.75 million sellers are registered on Meesho, growing their business by tapping the company’s massive customer base, state-of-the-art tech infrastructure, pan-India logistics at the lowest cost through third-party logistics providers in an 'Everyday Lowest Cost' channel for sellers. Affordable, relatable merchandise mirroring local markets has helped us make inroads with first-time internet users in the country. We cater to an underserved and unique customer base and cover every serviceable pincode in the country. Our unique business model and continuous innovation has enabled us to become the first Indian horizontal E-commerce company.
Culture and Total Rewards
Our focus is on cultivating a dynamic workplace characterized by high impact and performance excellence. We prioritize a people-centric culture, dedicated to hiring and developing exceptional talent. Total rewards at Meesho comprises of a comprehensive set of elements - monetary, non monetary, tangible and intangible in nature. Our 11 guiding principles, or "Mantras," are the backbone of how we operate - influencing everything from recognition and evaluation to growth discussions. Daily rituals & processes like “Reflections”, “Listen or Die” , Internal Mobility Program, Talent Reviews, Continuous Performance Management - all embody these principles.
We provide market leading compensation - both cash and equity-based - specific to job roles, individual experience and skill along with our employee centric benefits and work environment. We focus extensively on holistic wellness - through our MeeCare Program - encompassing benefits and policies across physical, mental, financial, and social wellness aspects. This includes extensive medical insurance benefits for employees and their families, wellness initiatives like telehealth, wellness events, and gym & recreational discounts etc. To support work-life balance, we provide generous leave policies, parental support benefits, retirement benefits, and learning and development assistance. Through gratitude for stretched work, personalized gifts, engagement & fun at work - we promote employee delight at the workplace. Many other benefits such as salary advance support, relocation assistance, and flexible benefits plans further enrich the Meesho employee experience.
Know more about Meesho here : https://www.meesho.io/
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The Company
What We Do
Meesho is India’s fastest growing internet commerce company. We want to make eCommerce accessible to all. Our vision is to enable 100 million small businesses in India, including individual entrepreneurs, to succeed online. Our mission is to democratise internet commerce by bringing a range of products & new customers online. What started as a reseller-focused platform six years ago has now emerged as a single ecosystem connecting millions of sellers, consumers and entrepreneurs.
