At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a high-performing team in delivering top-notch transaction services and financial due diligence.
- Company: Join a leading UK advisory firm with a stellar reputation in the Midlands.
- Benefits: Competitive six-figure salary and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with exposure to diverse transactions ranging from £1m to £50m.
- Why this job: Be a key player in shaping operational strategy and influencing impactful transactions.
- Qualifications: Extensive Transaction Services experience and ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification required.
The predicted salary is between 99000 - 121000 £ per year.
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Transaction Services professional to join a leading advisory firm in a pivotal number two leadership position within its Birmingham City Centre team.
With a strong operational focus, the role offers the chance to lead transaction delivery and develop a high-performing team.
Client Details
Our client is a leading UK advisory and accountancy firm with a strong reputation across the Midlands and wider UK market.
The Transaction Services team advises owner-managed businesses, private equity investors, corporate acquirers and funders across a broad range of transactions, delivering high-quality financial due diligence and transaction support services.
- Description
- Support the leadership and day-to-day management of the Transaction Services team
- Take ownership of operational delivery, ensuring transactions are executed efficiently and to the highest technical standards
- Lead financial due diligence engagements for corporate, private equity and owner-managed business transactions
- Manage multiple assignments simultaneously, overseeing planning, execution and client delivery
- Review and challenge financial analysis, key deal drivers and transaction risks
- Act as a senior escalation point for clients and internal stakeholders throughout the transaction lifecycle
- Develop, coach and mentor managers and junior team members, helping to build a high-performing advisory team
- Contribute to strategic planning, resource management and operational improvement initiatives
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, intermediaries, private equity houses and other professional advisers
- Support business development activities and participate in networking and market-facing initiatives, whilst operating within a role that has a stronger operational and leadership focus than pure revenue generation
- Profile
- Extensive Transaction Services experience at a leadership level
- ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification
- Proven experience leading due diligence projects and managing client relationships
- Experience developing and managing teams within a fast-paced advisory environment
- Commercially aware with an understanding of the wider M&A landscape
- Comfortable operating as a senior leader and trusted adviser to clients and colleagues alike
- Able to balance operational leadership responsibilities with selective business development activity
- Job Offer
- Competitive six-figure package
- Number two position within an established and growing Transaction Services team
- Opportunity to influence operational strategy, team structure and service delivery
- Exposure to a broad range of transactions from £1m-£50m
- Desired Skills and Experience
- ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified accountant
- Extensive Transaction Services, Financial Due Diligence or Deal Advisory experience
- Proven track record leading financial due diligence engagements across mid-market transactions
- Strong project management skills with the ability to oversee multiple assignments simultaneously
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Transaction Services Director employer: Michael Page
At Michael Page, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that champions community impact through our Social Value Lead role. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing employees with ample opportunities for professional growth while making a meaningful difference in the property industry. Located in a vibrant area, we offer competitive salaries and a commitment to employee well-being, ensuring that you thrive both personally and professionally.
