Manager - Corporate Finance

William Buck NSW; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career growth & development

Salary continuance insurance

In-house psychologist

Job summary

William Buck is seeking a Manager to join the Sydney Corporate Finance division, focusing on mid-market transactions with typical EVs between $10-250m. You will lead deals across valuations, M&A, due diligence, and capital raising, while mentoring juniors and contributing to team culture.

The role requires strong commercial judgement, stakeholder engagement, and a collaborative working style within a hybrid setup, offering growth and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in Corporate Finance within a professional services or advisory environment.
• Exposure to valuation, M&A, due diligence, or capital raising.
• Strong commercial judgement and ability to translate analysis into actionable client advice.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with confidence engaging senior stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and project management skills with ability to manage multiple workstreams.
• Collaborative, proactive working style and team culture contribution.
• Postgraduate or professional qualifications such as Master of Applied Finance, CFA or CA.

Responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality transaction and advisory services to clients.
• Leading and contributing to a range of transactions in M&A, financial due diligence, and valuations.
• Developing clear, commercially focused advice supported by high-quality written reports.
• Assisting in the development and execution of deals.
• Mentoring and developing more junior team members.

Skills

Corporate Finance

Transaction execution

Commercial judgement

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Collaborative

Postgraduate qualifications

Education

Postgraduate or professional qualifications

Job description

Are you looking to build your leadership career and expertise within Corporate Finance?

William Buck, more than advisors: We understand that exceptional advice comes from passionate people who thrive in an environment where they feel empowered to shape outcomes. That's why at William Buck, we've created what we like to call the 'Goldilocks' model – a top ten performing business that's just the right size to ensure every employee has a tangible impact.

William Buck is the perfect place to start, grow or take your career to the next level.

Be part of a dynamic team that prides itself on delivering advice that makes a difference.

Description of the role:

We are seeking an experienced Manager to join our growing Sydney Corporate Finance division.

Our team is focused on mid-market transactions with typical EV's of between $10-250m across a diverse range of industries, with deep skills in health, technology, advanced manufacturing and professional services. Our practice has been built on integrity and providing a whole of firm offering to our clients working with tax and a range of other service lines.

This is a broad role, hands‑on role, offering exposure across the full lifecycle of transactions including valuations, mergers and acquisitions/ sell‑side advisory, financial due diligence, capital raising and strategic planning.

Beyond technical capability, we are looking for someone who brings positive energy, integrity and a collaborative mindset in everything they do.

You will be a key contributor within a full‑service corporate finance division, responsible not only for delivering outstanding outcomes for clients, but also for mentoring and developing junior team members, helping to shape team culture, and supporting the long‑term growth of the practice.

What makes you ‘just right’:

• 5+ years’ experience in Corporate Finance within a professional services or advisory environment
• Exposure to transaction execution across areas such as valuations, M&A, due diligence, or capital raising
• Strong commercial judgement and the ability to translate complex analysis into clear, practical advice for clients
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills , with confidence engaging senior stakeholders
• Strong organisational and project management skills , with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines
• A collaborative, proactive working style and the desire to contribute to a high performing team culture
• Postgraduate or professional qualifications such as Master of Applied Finance, CFA or CA.

What your day might look like:

• Deliveringhigh-quality transaction and advisory servicesto clients
• Leading and contributing to a range of transactions in M&A, financial due diligence,
• business valuations and strategy engagements
• Developing clear, commercially focused advicesupported by high-quality written reports
• Assisting in the development and execution of deals
• Building, understanding and interpreting complex financial models
• Analysing company performance, profitability and cash flow drivers
• Conducting industry, market and comparable company research
• Managing and maintaining client files, deal databases and engagement documentation
• Assisting with the preparation of marketing materials, pitch decks and proposals
• Mentoring and developing more junior team members

What makes us ‘just right’:

• Hybrid working : Balance work and life with our hybrid work arrangements.
• Career Growth & Development: Investment in your learning and development opportunities.
• Financial Security – Free Salary Continuance insurance for all employees.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to an In-house Psychologist and an extended Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Internal Recognition & Shopping Platform: Access to thousands of discounts and retailers.
• A culture that’s more than just Work : Bi-Monthly Colleague Lunch, Social Club events, and Run Club for fitness enthusiasts, dress for your day, volunteer days and more!

More about us:

William Buck is a leading network of Chartered Accountants and business advisors, established in 1895, with over 140 partners and 1,100 professional staff across 10 offices in Australia and New Zealand, focusing on deeply understanding clients’ needs and tailoring solutions that go beyond traditional accounting and advisory services.

If you want to join a company where friendships are forged and careers made, then come on over to a place that's delivering more than just advice.

Diversity, equity and inclusion statement:

William Buck is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone feels valued.

Prior to the next step in the recruitment process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment process