We are a rapidly expanding Private Equity firm specializing in UK real estate and corporate investments. We are currently seeking an exceptional M&A Manager to spearhead our deal origination, drive fund growth through strategic joint ventures, and optimize capital deployment across our expanding asset portfolio.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Chief Investment Officer (CIO) , you will play a pivotal role throughout the entire deal lifecycle—from initial deal sourcing and navigating complex transaction structures to building a high‑caliber asset portfolio from the ground up.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Job Title: Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Manager
Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Chief Investment Officer (CIO)
Core Focus: End-to-end management of the M&A transaction lifecycle across domestic (UK) and international real estate and corporate investment portfolios.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Deal Origination & Sourcing: Formulate and maintain a robust pipeline of high‑yield investment opportunities. Cultivate and leverage strategic relationships with corporate/property developers, investment funds, lenders, investment banks, brokers, and institutional investors. Actively originate proprietary off‑market and cross‑border transactions.
Deal Evaluation & Financial Modelling: Lead preliminary commercial assessments, construct sophisticated financial models, execute asset/corporate valuations, and perform rigorous risk analyses (covering tax, legal, and operational dimensions).
Due Diligence Coordination: Manage comprehensive due diligence (DD) workflows, seamlessly coordinating with elite external advisors including legal counsels, accountants, chartered surveyors, and corporate finance specialists.
Transaction Execution & Integration: Drive negotiations for Heads of Terms, Sale and Purchase Agreements (SPAs), and Shareholders' Agreements. Oversee post‑merger integration (PMI) to ensure the realization of targeted synergies, asset optimization, and maximum shareholder returns.
Portfolio Management & Strategic Planning: Monitor asset performance against investment benchmarks (target IRR and underwriting models). Evaluate and recommend refinancing, restructuring, or divestment strategies, while actively contributing to long‑term capital allocation frameworks.
REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
Professional Experience:
3–5+ years of extensive experience within Corporate M&A, Corporate Finance, Private Equity, Real Estate Investment, or Transaction Advisory.
Prior experience within Investment Banking is highly preferred.
A proven track record of successfully executing complex corporate or property transactions from inception to close within the UK market.
Deep institutional knowledge of the UK real estate investment landscape, transaction structuring, and UK company law.
Technical Skills & Qualifications:
Advanced proficiency in financial modelling, corporate valuation methodologies, and capital structuring (debt and equity instruments).
Exceptional negotiation prowess, stakeholder management capabilities, and the ability to make high‑stakes decisions under pressure.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Real Estate, Accounting, or a related discipline.
Professional designations such as CFA, ACA, ACCA, or CIMA are highly advantageous.
Core Attributes:
An entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, self‑starting approach tailored to a high‑growth, fast‑paced corporate environment.
Impeccable attention to detail, commercial resilience, and a commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics and absolute confidentiality.
WHAT WE OFFER
This role presents a rare opportunity to join an ambitious UK private equity and real estate investment firm at a pivotal growth stage. You will benefit from significant exposure to senior decision‑makers, hold full autonomy in managing deal teams and transaction budgets, and directly influence the firm’s strategic capital deployment.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)
The volume, quality, and strategic alignment of the deal pipeline; successful closure of transactions within designated timelines and budgets.
Actualized asset returns measured against targeted underwriting IRRs and strategic business plans.
Growth in Assets Under Management (AUM) and overall portfolio value creation.
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Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Chief Investment Officer (CIO) , you will play a pivotal role throughout the entire deal lifecycle—from initial deal sourcing and navigating complex transaction structures to building a high‑caliber asset portfolio from the ground up.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Job Title: Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Manager
Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Chief Investment Officer (CIO)
Core Focus: End-to-end management of the M&A transaction lifecycle across domestic (UK) and international real estate and corporate investment portfolios.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Deal Origination & Sourcing: Formulate and maintain a robust pipeline of high‑yield investment opportunities. Cultivate and leverage strategic relationships with corporate/property developers, investment funds, lenders, investment banks, brokers, and institutional investors. Actively originate proprietary off‑market and cross‑border transactions.
Deal Evaluation & Financial Modelling: Lead preliminary commercial assessments, construct sophisticated financial models, execute asset/corporate valuations, and perform rigorous risk analyses (covering tax, legal, and operational dimensions).
Due Diligence Coordination: Manage comprehensive due diligence (DD) workflows, seamlessly coordinating with elite external advisors including legal counsels, accountants, chartered surveyors, and corporate finance specialists.
Transaction Execution & Integration: Drive negotiations for Heads of Terms, Sale and Purchase Agreements (SPAs), and Shareholders' Agreements. Oversee post‑merger integration (PMI) to ensure the realization of targeted synergies, asset optimization, and maximum shareholder returns.
Portfolio Management & Strategic Planning: Monitor asset performance against investment benchmarks (target IRR and underwriting models). Evaluate and recommend refinancing, restructuring, or divestment strategies, while actively contributing to long‑term capital allocation frameworks.
REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
Professional Experience:
3–5+ years of extensive experience within Corporate M&A, Corporate Finance, Private Equity, Real Estate Investment, or Transaction Advisory.
Prior experience within Investment Banking is highly preferred.
A proven track record of successfully executing complex corporate or property transactions from inception to close within the UK market.
Deep institutional knowledge of the UK real estate investment landscape, transaction structuring, and UK company law.
Technical Skills & Qualifications:
Advanced proficiency in financial modelling, corporate valuation methodologies, and capital structuring (debt and equity instruments).
Exceptional negotiation prowess, stakeholder management capabilities, and the ability to make high‑stakes decisions under pressure.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Real Estate, Accounting, or a related discipline.
Professional designations such as CFA, ACA, ACCA, or CIMA are highly advantageous.
Core Attributes:
An entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, self‑starting approach tailored to a high‑growth, fast‑paced corporate environment.
Impeccable attention to detail, commercial resilience, and a commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics and absolute confidentiality.
WHAT WE OFFER
This role presents a rare opportunity to join an ambitious UK private equity and real estate investment firm at a pivotal growth stage. You will benefit from significant exposure to senior decision‑makers, hold full autonomy in managing deal teams and transaction budgets, and directly influence the firm’s strategic capital deployment.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)
The volume, quality, and strategic alignment of the deal pipeline; successful closure of transactions within designated timelines and budgets.
Actualized asset returns measured against targeted underwriting IRRs and strategic business plans.
Growth in Assets Under Management (AUM) and overall portfolio value creation.
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Mergers and Acquisitions Manager in London employer: GRABIT
At GRABIT, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility while providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development in the fast-paced world of M&A. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation and strategic thinking, all while making a significant impact in the real estate and private equity sectors.
