Associate Director- Corporate Finance

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established recruitment firm is seeking an ambitious Associate Director for their Corporate Finance team in Cardiff. This pivotal role involves managing the full lifecycle of corporate finance projects, advising clients, and mentoring a proactive team. Ideal candidates will have strong client-facing skills and a background in Corporate Finance. Join a supportive culture that values high performance while enjoying genuine progression opportunities within a national organization.

Benefits

Excellent progression opportunities

Supportive team culture

Ownership of significant projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience within Corporate Finance or related fields.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ambitious and motivated, with a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of Corporate Finance projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Supervise and mentor a capable team.
• Drive business development opportunities.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Business development

Corporate finance knowledge

Leadership

Job description

Associate Director - Corporate Finance

Location: Cardiff
Salary: Competitive, with excellent progression opportunities
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

Are you an ambitious Corporate Finance professional ready to take the next step in your career?
We are proud to be exclusively partnered with a highly respected and rapidly growing Corporate Finance team in Cardiff-an established firm that has recently expanded to achieve national presence following a significant acquisition. This is an exceptional time to join a business experiencing accelerated growth and a clear upward trajectory.

The Opportunity

As an Associate Director, you will play a pivotal role within the Cardiff office, acting as a trusted advisor to clients and leading transactions from inception through to completion. You will be client-facing, commercially focused, and central to driving the success of the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of Corporate Finance projects
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing high-level strategic advice
• Supervise, support, and mentor a small and capable team
• Drive business development opportunities and contribute to the firm's continued growth
• Work closely with senior leadership to deliver high-quality M&A, fundraising, and advisory mandates

What We're Looking For:

• Ambitious, motivated and passionate about Corporate Finance
• Strong client-facing skills and the ability to build lasting relationships
• Proven experience within Corporate Finance, Transaction Services, Deals, or a related field
• A proactive mindset with the desire to progress within a dynamic, expanding environment

Why Join?

• Be part of a thriving team during a high-growth period
• Genuine progression opportunities within a national organisation
• A supportive culture that values ambition and high performance
• The chance to take ownership of significant projects and shape your career trajectory

If you're ready to explore a new challenge and want to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or reach out for a confidential conversation.