M&A Associate Director - TMT Media

M&A Associate Director – TMT Media

London | Leading Advisory Firm | Media & Advertising Sector

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a market-leading Corporate Finance Advisory firm as an Associate Director within their TMT Media team. This is the perfect next step for a driven M&A professional who is passionate about media, advertising, and creative services—and looking to accelerate their career in a deal-rich environment.

Join a well-established and high-performing team, working directly with respected senior bankers and blue-chip clients across the media and advertising ecosystem. This is a hands-on execution role offering extensive exposure to high-profile sell-side M&A transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead execution of UK-focused M&A sell-side deals in media, advertising, and marketing
• Perform in-depth company and industry research, valuations, and financial modelling
• Prepare compelling pitch and transaction materials, including management presentations and client reports
• Conduct critical analysis of financial statements and commercial data
• Play an active role in business development, building client relationships and spotting market opportunities
• Mentor junior team members and support internal training initiatives
• Take part in strategic planning and team leadership, including recruitment and resourcing
• Act as a key liaison with other service lines across the business

Skills:

• 6+ years of M&A sell-side execution experience
• Must be ACA qualified from a Big 4 firm (Deal Advisory or Transaction Services)
• Minimum 2:1 from a top university with a strong academic record
• Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal and client communication abilities
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset