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For Companies A leading, PE-backed UK financial services platform is seeking a high-calibre strategic professional to play a central role in the development and delivery of its Group Strategy. Working closely with the CEO, CFO, Head of Strategy and shareholders, this is a highly visible role with exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to influence long-term growth initiatives, including corporate development and M&A activity. The role blends strategic planning, value creation execution, corporate development support and investor engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the ongoing development, monitoring and delivery of the Group Strategy and Value Creation Plan.
- Provide strategic oversight and analytical support to the CEO, CFO and Head of Strategy on major corporate priorities.
- Contribute to Corporate Development initiatives, including external M&A activity (screening, evaluation, execution support).
- Work closely with the shareholder group on both specific projects and general relationship management.
- Prepare materials for Board and Executive discussions.
- Act as a trusted analytical partner to senior leadership, providing insight and constructive challenge.
- Lead and deliver ad-hoc strategic projects independently.
- Monitor competitive and market dynamics to inform corporate strategy.
Candidate Profile
We are open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, including:
- Corporate Development
- Strategy / Transaction Advisory
- Investment Banking
- Top-tier consulting or professional services
Experience & Qualifications
- Degree educated (essential)
- Professional qualification such as ACA, CFA or similar preferred
- Experience in financial services (wealth, advice, insurance, asset management or related sectors) advantageous
- Exposure to Corporate Development / M&A preferred
Location
Swindon (preferred) / London - Hybrid (3x in office)
Skills & Attributes
- Strong analytical and financial modelling capability
- Strategic thinker with ability to simplify complex topics
- Confident communicator at executive level
- Able to work autonomously and take ownership
- Commercially aware and comfortable operating in a PE-backed environment
- Diplomatic, discreet and highly professional
- Organised and capable of managing multiple workstreams
Contact Detail:
Phipps Cameron Recruitment Recruiting Team
How to prepare for a job interview at Phipps Cameron Recruitment
✨Know Your Strategy Inside Out
Make sure you thoroughly understand the company's Group Strategy and Value Creation Plan. Familiarise yourself with their recent M&A activities and how they align with their long-term goals. This will help you demonstrate your strategic thinking and analytical skills during the interview.
✨Prepare for Executive-Level Conversations
Since you'll be interacting with senior stakeholders like the CEO and CFO, practice articulating your thoughts clearly and confidently. Prepare to discuss how your previous experiences in corporate development or strategy can add value to their initiatives, and be ready to answer questions about complex topics in a simplified manner.
✨Showcase Your Analytical Skills
Be prepared to discuss specific examples where you've used your analytical capabilities to influence decision-making. Bring along any relevant financial models or analyses you've worked on, as this will showcase your expertise and ability to provide strategic oversight.
✨Demonstrate Relationship Management Skills
Highlight your experience in managing relationships with stakeholders, especially in a corporate development context. Be ready to share examples of how you've successfully navigated complex projects or maintained strong connections with shareholders, as this role requires a diplomatic and professional approach.