Associate Director - Corporate Finance

Kate+Co; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique corporate finance advisory firm in the Midlands is seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead transactions in M&A and fundraising initiatives. This role requires a strong corporate finance background, with a proven track record in managing the full deal lifecycle. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, develop relationships, and coach junior team members. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Benefits

Qualifications

• Significant corporate finance experience in a professional advisory environment.
• Proven track record of leading transactions and managing the full deal lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing transactions across M&A, disposals, and fundraising.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients and maintaining relationships.
• Coaching and developing junior team members.

Skills

Corporate finance experience

M&A experience

Financial analysis

Negotiation skills

Job description

Associate Director - Corporate Finance

Location: Midlands | Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

Our client, a leading boutique corporate finance advisory firm in the Midlands, is seeking to appoint an Associate Director to support the continued growth of its practice. This is a key appointment, offering the opportunity to work closely with highly experienced Partners and to play a central role in the origination and execution of high‑quality mid‑market transactions.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing transactions across M&A, disposals, acquisitions, and fundraising mandates
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, developing and maintaining strong relationships with business owners, management teams, and private equity investors
• Taking responsibility for the full deal lifecycle, including financial analysis, valuations, preparation of marketing materials, negotiation, and project management
• Contributing to business development initiatives and supporting the growth of the firm's client network
• Coaching, developing, and providing guidance to junior members of the team

Qualifications

• Significant corporate finance, M&A, or transaction services experience gained within a professional advisory environment
• Strong technical capability, with a proven track record of leading transactions to…