Associate Director M&A

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director for M&A in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves leading advisory mandates, managing client relationships, and executing transactions. Ideal candidates will possess a strong academic background and extensive M&A experience, with a focus on delivering high-quality results. Join a growing team that values ambition and sector expertise, contributing to significant growth in the mid-market. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for finance, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in finance or equivalent.
• Extensive M&A advisory experience and proven deal execution skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead advisory mandates in mid-market M&A, managing all transaction phases.
• Develop and maintain senior client relationships across various sectors.

Skills

M&A advisory experience

Deal execution skills

Financial modelling (LBO & DCF)

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Relationship building

Education

ACA

CFA

MBA

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

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Associate Director M&A, Newcastle upon Tyne

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Client:

KPMG

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

KPMG Corporate Finance

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 envied 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 our ongoing success.

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 buy or sell companies, from initial strategic review to successful completion. This is an ideal opportunity for candidates to join a growing, ambitious team as sector specialists. The business aims for significant growth through deep sector expertise and high-quality deal execution.

• Develop and maintain senior client relationships across mid-market and global companies, financial investors, and entrepreneurs
• Build market credentials across KPMG’s service lines
• Apply deep sector expertise across various sectors
• Lead projects with support from Directors/Partners, including client contact on M&A projects
• Manage client interfaces, project management, and delivery of M&A transactions, overseeing all transaction phases
• Lead the preparation of transaction documentation, pitch materials, and proposals
• Manage and coordinate colleagues, support staff, and external advisers
• Supervise financial analysis and complex modelling by team members
• Build and develop market relationships
• Contribute to origination and business development efforts
• Monitor and control project budgets, billing, and reporting

Attributes, Qualifications & Skills

• Strong academic background (ACA, CFA, MBA, or equivalent)
• Extensive M&A advisory experience
• Proven deal execution and origination skills
• Strong analytical, numerical, and strategic skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Results-driven with ambition to impact the sector
• Experience in financial modelling, including LBO & DCF
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Personable, confident, and trusted relationship builder
• Sector-specific M&A transactional experience

Experience & Background

• Relevant corporate finance experience in investment banks, Big 4, private equity, M&A boutiques, or corporate development
• Knowledge of financing structures, including debt, equity, and project finance
• Experience advising on projects reaching financial close, including M&A and refinancing
• Experience advising public sector clients, including business case development
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and business case writing
• Skilled in financial analysis and modelling, with understanding of financial accounting
• Ability to interpret and present financial models effectively
• Enjoy engaging with companies, investors, regulators, and stakeholders
• Independent thinker with problem-solving skills
• Experience managing teams
• Ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines