Director, M&A Generalist

As a Director, Generalist M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions) Advisory, you will play a pivotal role in advising clients and executing strategic transactions, with a particular focus on the mid-market. You will collaborate with a Partner, who leads our M&A offering.

You will lead and oversee the full M&A lifecycle from initial analysis and due diligence to deal structuring, negotiation and closing. This role requires a seasoned M&A professional with deep M&A knowledge, strong financial acumen, and the ability to build and manage relationships with key stakeholders throughout complex transactions.

Key Accountabilities:

• Assess risks and opportunities associated with each transaction and provide recommendations.
• Lead transaction execution for significant M&A deals.
• Develop and maintain key client relationships.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on varied M&A transactions.
• Oversee financial analysis and valuation work.
• Review and approve transaction materials.
• Negotiate deal terms and structure.
• Manage and develop Associate talent.

Requirements

• ACA qualified with a minimum 10 year\’s M&A experience.
• 5 years of direct M&A transactions experience as the lead advisor.
• Extensive execution experience on end-to-end deals (closed deal experience).
• Proven sell-side transaction experience.
• Strong experience of leading discussions with senior client executives and target management.
• Demonstrated experience of managing and mentoring team members.
• Expert financial modeling and valuation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously.
• The ability to thrive in a dynamic, client-centric environment.
• A strategic mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Strong work ethic, organisational skills and ability to multitask.