Associate Director M&A

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented individual to join their Corporate Finance practice. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile M&A transactions, providing strategic advice to clients across various sectors. You will be part of a dynamic team, where your expertise in financial modelling and advisory will be crucial in guiding clients through complex transactions. The firm is renowned for its commitment to excellence and offers a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth. If you are driven, analytical, and ready to make an impact in a growing sector, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background with qualifications like ACA, CFA, or MBA.
• Proven experience in M&A advisory with a strong transactional record.

Responsibilities

• Develop senior client relationships in mid-market and global companies.
• Lead M&A projects and manage day-to-day project execution.

Skills

M&A Advisory

Financial Modelling

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Numerical Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

ACA

CFA

MBA

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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KPMG's Corporate Finance practice has an industry-leading reputation for delivering forward-thinking and objective advice for our UK and global client base, as well as an enviable track record in closing successful deals. Our firm's Corporate Financiers have advised on or arranged critical and sensitive equity and debt transactions for some of the world's largest corporations, financial institutions, and governments. KPMG is the leading mid-market M&A adviser in the UK, Europe, and globally. Revenue growth means we are recruiting top talent eager to contribute to the ongoing success of the business.

The Team

You will work on the origination and execution of lead advisory mandates in the mid-market, specializing within the North to help clients achieve their strategic objectives of buying or selling companies, from initial strategic review to successful completion. This is an ideal opportunity for candidates to join a growing and ambitious team as sector specialists. The business has significant growth ambitions through deep sector expertise and delivering high-quality deal execution.

• Develop senior and trusted client relationships across mid-market and global companies, new strategic entrants, financial investors, and leading entrepreneurs.
• Build an enviable set of market credentials across KPMG’s major service lines.
• Acquire a diverse skill set and deep sector expertise across all sectors.
• Lead projects (with support from Directors/Partners), including being a senior point of contact with clients on M&A projects.
• Manage client interfaces, overseeing day-to-day project management and delivery of M&A transactions, including all transaction phases and deal execution.
• Lead and manage the creation of transaction documentation, pitch materials, and client proposals.
• Direct and manage colleagues, support staff, and external advisers.
• Supervise and review financial analyses and complex modelling conducted by team members.
• Build and develop strong market relationships.
• Take responsibility for origination and business development in assigned areas.
• Monitor and control M&A project budgets, billing, and reporting requirements.

Attributes, Qualifications & Skills

• Strong academic background (ACA, CFA, MBA, or equivalent).
• Significant experience in M&A advisory.
• Proven ability to execute and develop origination skills.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Personal drive and ambition to deliver results and impact in a growing sector.
• Experience in financial modelling, including LBO & DCF analysis.
• Commitment to high standards, attention to detail, and meeting tight deadlines.
• Personable approach, capable of building confidence and trust with colleagues and clients.
• Sector-specific M&A experience and a strong transactional record across all transaction phases.

Experience & Background

• Relevant corporate finance experience in investment banks, Big 4, private equity, M&A boutiques, or corporate development roles.
• Knowledge of financing structures, including debt, project finance, and high-leverage infrastructure finance.
• Experience advising and executing projects to financial close for private sector clients (M&A, refinancing).
• Experience advising public sector clients, including option appraisals, value-for-money analyses, and business case development.
• Proficiency in business case writing, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Skilled in financial modelling and analysis, with an understanding of financial accounting.
• Ability to interpret and present financial model outputs to support commercial advice.
• Enjoy engaging with companies, investors, regulators, and stakeholders across functions.
• Independent thinker capable of problem-solving and solution development.
• Experience managing teams and working on multiple projects under tight deadlines.