Deals Advisory Consultant

Grant Thornton UK LLP; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm in Manchester seeks an experienced SPA Manager/Associate Director for its Deals Advisory and Consulting service line. The successful candidate will manage transactions, support clients through acquisitions and disposals, and deliver high-quality financial analysis. Key qualifications include ACA or equivalent, experience with mergers & acquisitions, and strong communication skills. The role offers a hybrid working model with flexible options.

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in relevant field.
• Experience with mergers & acquisitions, EV to equity value bridges.
• Proven ability to prepare and review completion accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage transactions with minimal partner involvement.
• Interface with client management and cross-functional teams.
• Draft letters of engagement, fee estimates, budgets.
• Produce high-quality financial analysis and review completion mechanisms.
• Present conclusions and recommendations to clients.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Client management experience

Strong commercial acumen

Ability to work independently

Ability to work independently

Education

ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA qualification

Job description

Overview

Grant Thornton’s Sale and Purchase Agreement Advisory team is looking for an experienced SPA Manager/Associate Director to join our Deals Advisory and Consulting service line. The role will support clients through acquisitions and disposals, drive value creation, and deliver high‑quality financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage transactions with minimal partner involvement, acting as the primary contact in the absence of senior leadership.
• Interface with client management and cross‑functional teams, assessing risk and providing commercial solutions.
• Draft letters of engagement, fee estimates, budgets and monitor assignment costs against budgets.
• Produce high‑quality financial analysis and review completion accounts, earn‑out accounts, and other completion mechanisms.
• Present conclusions and recommendations to clients, discussing implications and action points.
• Demonstrate understanding of the firm's services and actively cross‑sell where appropriate.
• Support self‑development through performance reviews and Personal Development Plan (PDP) processes.

Qualifications

• ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA qualification, with post‑qualification experience.
• Experience with mergers & acquisitions, EV to equity value bridges, and financial aspects of SPAs.
• Proven ability to prepare and review completion accounts and earn‑out accounts.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to work independently with limited senior input.
• Excellent communication skills and client management experience.

Working Arrangement

Hybrid model – a mix of office/client time and remote working. Flexible working options available (reduced days, annualised days, etc.).