At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead advisory mandates in mid-market, focusing on business services and deal origination.
- Company: Join KPMG, a top-tier firm with a stellar reputation in corporate finance.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on team development and client relationships.
- Why this job: Be part of a growing team making impactful deals for global clients.
- Qualifications: Strong academic background and significant M&A advisory experience required.
KPMG's Corporate Finance practice has an industry-leading reputation for delivering forward thinking and objective advice for our UK and global client base, as well as an envied track record in closing successful deals. Together, our firm's Corporate Financiers have advised on or arranged critical and sensitive equity and debt transactions for some of the world's largest corporations, financial institutions and governments. KPMG is the leading mid-market M&A adviser in the UK, Europe and globally. Revenue growth means we are in the market for recruiting top talent, who are keen to contribute to the ongoing success of the business.
The Team
You will work on the origination and execution of lead advisory mandates in the mid-market and specialise within Business Services to help achieve the client’s strategic objectives of buying or selling their company from initial strategic review to successful completion. This is an ideal opportunity for candidates to join a growing and ambitious team as a sector specialist. The business has significant growth ambitions, through continued deep sector expertise and delivering the highest quality deal execution.
- Senior and trusted client relationships across mid-market and global companies, new strategic entrants, financial investors and leading entrepreneurs.
- An enviable set of market credentials across each of KPMG’s major service lines.
- A diverse skill set and deep sector expertise spanning across all sectors.
The Role
- Deal origination: Leading the charge on developing deal flow, using a network of relevant and high-level contacts to help originate both buy and sell-side mandates for the team.
- Ensuring rigorous and efficient execution delivery: remaining fully engaged throughout a process.
- Business development: Play a key role in furthering KPMG’s strength in the region while supporting other areas of the business with go to market and business development best practice / strategies.
- Manage internal relationships: further leverage off KPMG’s reach and brand outside of M&A deal advisory.
- Team development: Develop, coach and motivate an experienced team.
- Establish a high level of credibility and manage strong working relationships with external parties including intermediaries and other advisors.
The successful individual will be central to all key decision making and will play a vital role in the continued development and success of the team and wider M&A advisory business.
The Person
Skills, Qualifications & Experience:
- Strong academic & technical background (ACA, CFA, MBA or equivalent).
- Significant experience within M&A advisory in an investment.
Director - Business Services in London employer: KPMG Careers
KPMG is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where creativity and insight thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for professional development and mentorship within our leading Indirect Tax practice. Located across the UK, our collaborative culture fosters innovation and strong client relationships, making KPMG a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in financial services.
