M&A Manager (North) in Leeds

M&A Manager (North) – KPMG UK

About the Role

KPMG\’s Corporate Finance practice has an industry‑leading reputation for delivering forward‑thinking, objective advice to our UK and global client base. We have a proven track record of closing successful deals for some of the world’s largest corporations, financial institutions and governments, and we are the leading mid‑market M&A adviser in the UK, Europe and beyond.

Job Details

• Location: Leeds
• Capability: Advisory
• Experience Level: Manager
• Type: Full Time
• Service Line: Corporate Finance
• Contract Type: Permanent

Responsibilities

• Manage M&A projects, acting as day‑to‑day point of contact for clients.
• Lead client interfaces, managing all phases of the transaction cycle and deal execution.
• Produce marketing documentation, pitch materials and client proposals.
• Direct and review junior colleagues, analysts and support staff on M&A transactions.
• Coach and contribute to the development of junior team members.
• Set, monitor and control project budgets, billing and reporting.
• Support business development efforts, including pitching for new work.

Experience & Background

• Relevant corporate finance experience in an investment bank, property consultancy, a Big 4, mid‑tier or private equity firm.
• Significant transactional experience with a demonstrable track record of deal execution across all phases, particularly sell‑side transactions.
• Ideally experience working on transactions involving private equity.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects against tight timelines.
• Personal drive and integrity to deliver results within tight deadlines.
• Commitment to high quality standards and a detail‑oriented approach.
• Independent thinker who identifies problems and develops solutions.
• Comfortable discussing financially related commercial issues.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, including LBO & DCF analysis.
• Strong academic background and numerical, analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Personable team player capable of building confidence and trust with colleagues and clients.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with clients and market multipliers.