M&A / Corporate Finance Manager

M&A / Corporate Finance Manager opportunity within a reputable Corporate Finance Advisory Practice offering exposure to good deal volume and involvement in all aspects of SME and mid-market transactions. THE COMPANY An established Corporate Finance Advisory practice with a strong Manchester & Northwest presence and a well earned reputation for M&A, MBO and EOT deals within the SME and lower / mid-market space (£1m - £30m EV deals). The firm has grown its deal capacity and fee income significantly in recent years and experienced its strongest years post-pandemic, 2024/25 is shaping up to be their best year yet. THE OPPORTUNITY Strong deal flow and a focus on long-term succession plans have combined to create a new opportunity for a Corporate Finance professional which will involve supporting Directors with all aspects of deal processes and lead advisory work on a range of transactions. As an M&A / Corporate Finance Manager your responsibilities will include the following: Conducting Buyer and Target Research work Preparing key documents & materials including Information Memoranda, Market Analysis, Financial Forecasts and Funding Proposals Managing Data Room and Financial Modelling of scenarios Supporting deal processes and contacting buyers and vendors Supporting Lead Advisory negotiations and project managing Sellside M&A transactions through to completion. Liaising regularly with clients during deal processes to maintain momentum Building a network with Private Equity Investors, Lawyers and Funders Over the next few years you can expect to progress your career towards Director level as part of the firm's long-term succession plan. You can expect: A competitive salary and benefits package Involvement in a variety of interesting lower-mid market transactions Long term career progression THE PERSON You will be a Corporate Finance Advisory professional able to demonstrate the following: Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA) Background within Top / Mid-Tier Practice or independent M&A Firm 2 - 3 years M&A / Corporate Finance experience in the Lower / Mid-market A strong desire to develop your M&A / Corporate Finance career as far as Director If you are a Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA) with current experience in M&A / Corporate Finance (2-3 years ideally) and seek an opportunity to progress your career within a leading Advisory Firm please contact Alastair McLean at Lucas McLean Recruitment to discuss this unique opportunity.

Location: Manchester, GB

Posted Date: 1/11/2025