Deal Originator ( mergers and acquisitions)

Dickson O'Brien; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Manchester is seeking a Deal Originator to identify and engage potential acquisition targets. The role involves generating new deal opportunities, building relationships with stakeholders, and supporting transaction processes. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and strong communication skills, thriving in a results-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in deal origination or related fields.
• Proven track record in lead generation and business development.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and valuations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage potential buyers and investors.
• Research and maintain a strong origination pipeline.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders like business owners.
• Qualify opportunities and prepare materials for the deal team.
• Collaborate with senior advisors on deal strategy discussions.
• Track origination metrics and contribute to business development.
• Attend networking events.

Skills

Lead generation

Business development

Communication skills

Proactivity

Job description

Job Overview

As a Deal Originator you will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and qualifying potential acquisition targets and investors. You’ll work closely with senior members of the Corporate Finance team to generate new deal opportunities and manage the early stages of the transaction process.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and engage potential buyers, investors, and acquisition targets across multiple sectors.
• Research and map markets to build and maintain a strong origination pipeline.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including business owners, private equity firms, and corporate investors.
• Qualify inbound and outbound opportunities and prepare relevant materials for the deal team.
• Collaborate with senior advisors to present opportunities to clients and support deal strategy discussions.
• Track origination metrics and contribute to business development initiatives.
• Attend networking events

About You

You will be someone who combines commercial awareness with strong communication skills and a proactive mindset. You’ll thrive in a results-driven environment where initiative, relationship-building, and tenacity are key.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience
• Proven track record in lead generation, business development, or M&A origination.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and valuation fund …