Deal Advisory Director

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Holiday allowance

Training programme

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment offers an independent, director‑led practice providing comprehensive advisory services to business owners and directors. The Deal Advisory Director will lead transaction support and financial due diligence, guiding growth, development of the team and relationships with clients and referrers.

This senior role requires ACA/ACCA/CTA qualifications, senior deal experience, and a commercial, client‑focused mindset.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified or equivalent with senior practice experience.
• Proven track record in Deal Advisory / Transaction Support.
• Strong expertise in Financial Due Diligence and structuring.
• Leadership experience at Manager/Director level within a practice.
• Commercial, client‑focused, with a growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead Deal Advisory assignments, focusing on Financial Due Diligence and transaction support for corporate transactions and restructurings.
• Mentor and develop the Deal Advisory team; ensure high‑quality work and client delivery.
• Build and maintain networks of professional contacts; promote services to prospects, referrers and clients.
• Collaborate with Directors and cross‑functional teams to deliver integrated services.
• Contribute to process improvements and expand deal advisory capabilities.
• Raise the profile of the team both internally and externally.

Skills

Deal Advisory

Financial Due Diligence

Team Leadership

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Education

ACA/ACCA/CTA

Job description

My client is an independent, director-led Accountancy practice that advises business owners and directors throughout all stages of their business journey – from start-up and growth to restructuring, investment, succession and exit. They also provide personal financial and tax planning advice, helping clients achieve long‑term security for themselves and their families. As part of an international network, they can draw on extensive UK and overseas expertise to support both clients and staff.

Purpose

The Deal Advisory Director will be a senior member of the Deal Advisory team, leading transaction‑related services for clients, with a focus on Financial Due Diligence and transaction support. The role also involves developing the team, building internal and external relationships, and supporting the growth of the firm’s Deal Advisory offering.

Responsibilities

• Service Delivery – Lead Deal Advisory assignments, particularly Financial Due Diligence and transaction support for corporate transactions, investments and restructurings.
• Team Leadership – Support the management and development of the Deal Advisory team, ensuring high‑quality work.
• Business Development – Build and maintain networks of professional contacts; promote services to prospects, referrers and clients.
• Internal Collaboration – Work closely with Directors, client leads, Audit, Tax and Business Support Services teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Process Improvement – Contribute to enhancing Deal Advisory systems, processes and service offerings.
• Profile Building – Increase awareness of the team and its capabilities internally and externally.

Requirements

• ACA, ACCA or CTA qualified
• Experience in Deal Advisory / Transaction Support within a practice environment
• Strong expertise in Financial Due Diligence
• Experience at Manager or Senior Manager or Director level
• Practice‑trained with leadership and people management experience
• Commercially minded, client‑focused, and a trusted adviser
• Committed to continuous professional development
• Applicants at slightly less senior level may be considered for Senior Manager or Associate Director roles.

Benefits

• Friendly, supportive working environment
• Flexible working arrangements
• Generous holiday allowance and option to purchase additional leave
• Comprehensive training and development programme
• Regular social events and wellbeing initiatives
• Employee Assistance Programme