M&A Manager – Corporate Finance Advisory
Location: Manchester, UK
Sector: Corporate Finance / Mergers & Acquisitions
Level: Manager
Employment: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: Competitive salary plus bonus and benefits
The Opportunity
MVA International Headhunters is representing an established advisory business seeking to appoint an experienced M&A Manager to support the continued growth of its corporate finance operations in Manchester.
This opportunity offers the chance to work on a broad range of mid-market transactions, advising private equity investors, corporate organisations and entrepreneurial businesses.
The successful candidate will play a key role in transaction execution, client relationship management and the development of junior team members, with genuine opportunities for career progression.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions from initial engagement through to completion.
- Lead financial analysis, business valuations and transaction modelling.
- Prepare information memoranda, investment presentations, financial analyses and other transaction materials.
- Coordinate due diligence processes, working with clients, investors, legal advisers and other stakeholders.
- Build and maintain relationships with business owners, corporate clients and private equity investors.
- Support senior leadership with business development and new mandate opportunities.
- Manage multiple transactions and workstreams simultaneously.
- Mentor and supervise junior members of the corporate finance team.
Candidate Requirements
- Approximately 3–6 years' relevant experience within corporate finance, M&A advisory or investment banking.
- Demonstrable experience executing buy-side and/or sell-side M&A transactions.
- Strong financial modelling, valuation and analytical skills.
- Experience working with privately owned businesses, corporate clients or private equity investors.
- Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage transactions independently while working collaboratively with senior colleagues.
- Previous experience within a recognised advisory, accountancy or investment banking environment.
What's on Offer
- Competitive base salary, performance-related bonus and benefits.
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of UK and international transactions.
- Opportunity to work closely with experienced senior dealmakers.
- Clear career development opportunities within a growing advisory environment.
- Collaborative and commercially focused working culture.
M&A Manager – Corporate Finance Advisory in Manchester employer: MVA International Headhunters
MVA International offers a dynamic and supportive work environment in London, where employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills within a leading global financial advisory firm. With a strong focus on collaboration and mentorship, the company provides unique opportunities for career advancement while working on complex and impactful transactions that shape the financial landscape. Join a team that values innovation and client relationships, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in accounting and financial reporting advisory.
Contact Details:
MVA International Headhunters Recruitment Team
