Ntobeko Biyela
@ntobekobiyela
I am a strategic finance and M&A consultant delivering deal execution, market insight, growth for fintech and corporate clients.
What I'm looking for
I am a strategic finance and M&A consultant with 10+ years of international experience across advisory, corporate finance, and trading, adept at translating financial and market insights into actionable business strategies.
I have led the execution of multiple M&A transactions—delivering on average 30% over initial valuation estimates, negotiating higher enterprise valuations, and managing post-merger integration with measurable cost reductions and zero post-transaction litigation.
In addition to deal work, I trade futures and equities, research cryptocurrency and DeFi projects, and have built DAO investment strategies; I seek remote-first roles in business development, partnerships, fintech, and SaaS where I can apply analytical rigor, deal experience, and relationship-building to drive growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Market Strategist - Equities & Futures
The Futures Desk
Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Conduct real-time technical and fundamental analysis to identify high-probability opportunities and execute CME E‑Mini futures and commodity trades, optimizing entry/exit strategies to improve consistency of returns. Implement risk management protocols and strategy adjustments to protect capital in a fast-paced trading environment.
Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst
STS Capital Partners
Jun 2021 - May 2024 (2 years 11 months)
Led execution of 5+ sell-side M&A transactions across technology and industrials, increasing seller value by an average of 30% over initial estimates and securing ~20% higher enterprise valuations through strategic negotiation. Directed due diligence with zero post-transaction disputes and managed integrations that reduced transition costs by 15%.
Crypto Market Research Analyst
TheBean Capital
Dec 2018 - Jun 2021 (2 years 6 months)
Researched chains and protocols to evaluate tokenomics and identify yield opportunities for a self-owned DAO, managing the DAO's investment strategy and producing actionable research content. Built a Web3 network to facilitate market insight and investment sourcing.
Credit Officer
ANZ Bank New Zealand
May 2016 - Nov 2018 (2 years 6 months)
Analyzed unsecured lending portfolios and managed credit delivery databases while ensuring compliance with the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act (CCFA). Produced senior management reports and supported back-office quality assurance processes to maintain regulatory consistency.
Research Analyst Intern
London Stone Securities
Jan 2015 - May 2016 (1 year 4 months)
Built financial models and forecasts for ~20 FTSE100 companies to support buy/sell recommendations and presented analytical reports to senior traders to inform market decisions. Performed equity valuation, maintained industry databases, and conducted forex technical analysis generating notable ROI on select trades.
Associate, Retirement Fund & Benefits
South African Breweries
Nov 2011 - Oct 2012 (11 months)
Provided retirement fund and medical aid consulting for 9,400 employees across multiple sites, managing plan filings and forecasting liabilities in line with regulations. Developed vendor relationships that saved the provident fund up to $1M in annual fees.
Retirement Fund Consultant
Alexander Forbes Consultants & Actuaries
Jan 2010 - Nov 2011 (1 year 10 months)
Delivered bespoke retirement fund, risk, and investment solutions to institutional clients overseeing over $250M in assets, and presented investment reviews and comparative financial models to inform client decisions. Supported client portfolio performance monitoring and reporting.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Coventry University
Master of Science, Global Financial Trading
Completed an MSc in Global Financial Trading with emphasis on financial markets, trading strategies, and quantitative analysis.
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Postgraduate Diploma, Financial Planning
Awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning covering professional financial planning principles and practice.
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Bachelor of Commerce, Financial Planning
Earned a Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Planning focusing on financial advice, investment, and retirement planning.
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Foundation Certificate, Engineering
Completed a Foundation Certificate in Engineering providing introductory engineering coursework and foundational technical skills.
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