Associate Director Corporate Finance

Marks Sattin; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive and collaborative culture

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Birmingham is seeking an ambitious Corporate Finance Associate Director to lead projects, manage client relationships, and drive business development. The ideal candidate is ACA/ACCA qualified with a strong track record in corporate finance and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £80,000 along with opportunities for career progression and a collaborative work culture.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in corporate finance or advisory.
• Proven track record of managing deals end-to-end.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to influence at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate finance projects including M&A and strategic advisory.
• Manage financial modelling and due diligence processes.
• Mentor junior team members and support business development.

Skills

Financial modelling

Valuations

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Business development

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

🌟 Job Advert: Corporate Finance Associate Director

Location: Birmingham, Type: Permanent, Full-time, Salary: Up to £80k + benefits

Base pay range

This range is provided by Marks Sattin. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

About Us

Marks Sattin are currently recruiting for a dynamic, forward-thinking professional services firm, committed to supporting businesses through every stage of their growth journey. Their Corporate Finance team works closely with entrepreneurs, investors, and management teams to deliver strategic advice and transactional support.

The Role

We are seeking an ambitious Associate Director to join our client in their Corporate Finance practice. This is a where you will play a key part in leading transactions, managing client relationships, and driving business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a variety of corporate finance projects including M&A, disposals, fundraising, and strategic advisory.
• Oversee financial modelling, valuations, and due diligence processes.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Support Directors and Partners in developing new business opportunities.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

About You

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience in corporate finance, transaction services, or advisory.
• Proven track record of managing deals end-to-end, ideally within a professional services environment.
• Strong technical skills in financial modelling and valuation.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Commercially astute, entrepreneurial, and motivated to contribute to the growth of the practice.

What’s on Offer

• A competitive salary package up to £80,000 with performance-related bonus.
• Opportunities for career progression in a growing Corporate Finance team.
• Exposure to high-quality, diverse transactions across multiple sectors.
• A supportive, collaborative culture that values innovation and professional development.

Seniority Level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Professional Services