Reference: 4821051Job ID: 5409867Posted: 2026-08-13Closing date: 2026-11-11Location: LondonSalary: 100,000
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- 120,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Accountancy Firms / Public Practice AccountingCompany: HaysConsultant: Matthew NichollsHays office: London-City — 5th Floor, 107 Cheapside,Phone: Email: new company A leading professional services firm is seeking an experienced Corporate Finance Director or Associate Director to help build and grow its mid-market advisory practice.
This is a unique opportunity for a commercially focused deal professional to take ownership of client relationships, drive business development, and play a key role in establishing a high-growth service line with a clear route to Partnership.Your new role Lead buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions from origination through to completion.Deliver financial due diligence assignments, including acquisitions, disposals, and management buyouts.Advise clients on deal structuring, completion mechanisms, earn-outs, and post-completion matters.Work closely with legal advisers, investors, and other transaction stakeholders.Build relationships with corporates, private equity firms, lawyers, and introducers.Identify and win new business opportunities within the mid-market.Contribute to pitches, proposals, and cross-selling initiatives.Mentor and develop junior team members.What you'll need to succeed ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified.Currently operating at Associate Director or Director level within a professional services firm.Strong track record of delivering mid-market M&A and financial due diligence engagements.Excellent technical knowledge of transaction services, deal structuring, IFRS, and UK GAAP.Commercially minded with strong business development and relationship-building skills.Motivated by the opportunity to help build and shape a growing advisory practice.What you'll get in return Opportunity to join and influence a growing Transaction Services team.Clear progression pathway towards Partnership.Exposure to high-quality mid-market transactions.Entrepreneurial, collaborative working environment.Competitive salary and benefits package. xsabvtc What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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