Due Diligence Associate Director

RSM; North East; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Due Diligence Associate Director in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves leading financial due diligence projects and supporting business development. The ideal candidate should be a Chartered Accountant with experience in Transactions services and a strong background in TMT sector deals. The company offers a flexible benefits package, including hybrid working and study support.

Benefits

Study Support

Hybrid and Flexible working

27 Days Holiday

Wellbeing benefits

Access to 300+ courses

Qualifications

• Strong experience in producing high-quality due diligence reports.
• Interest in business operations and deal mechanics.
• Accuracy, diligence, and integrity are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement processes, reporting to partners.
• Manage fieldwork teams for due diligence.
• Conduct financial analysis for due diligence reports.

Skills

Chartered Accountant qualification (ACA or equivalent)

Experience in Transactions services

Strong background in TMT sector deals

Commercial mindset

Relationship-building skills

Job description

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Due Diligence Associate Director, Newcastle upon Tyne

Client: RSM

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 9e5e070e8f6f

Job Views: 26

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

We are searching for an experienced Due Diligence Associate Director to join RSM UK.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

Our Consulting team offers solutions across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA, and Outsourcing, serving middle-market clients. We aim to drive growth with over 1,700 professionals generating nearly £200m revenue.

The core solutions include business transformation, deal services, finance support, risk and governance, forensic services, and restructuring, tailored to client needs and career development.

We seek an ambitious Associate Director to lead financial due diligence on buy-side and sell-side transactions, supporting new business development.

The Transaction Services team specializes in financial due diligence for acquisitions and investments, typically valued between £20m and £500m.

This role offers a chance to work in Corporate Finance and Transaction Services, leading financial due diligence projects and contributing to business growth.

You will:

• Lead engagement processes, reporting to partners.
• Manage fieldwork teams.
• Conduct financial analysis for due diligence reports.
• Communicate with clients, target businesses, and advisors.
• Develop industry and economic expertise.

What we are looking for:

If you thrive on variety, enjoy learning, and connecting with people, this role is ideal. We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Our candidate should have:

• Chartered Accountant qualification (ACA or equivalent).
• Experience in Transactions services.
• Strong background in TMT sector deals and interest in this sector.
• Experience in producing high-quality due diligence reports.
• Interest in business operations and deal mechanics.
• Accuracy, diligence, and integrity.
• Commercial mindset and critical thinking.
• Relationship-building skills and teamwork.

What we offer:

We provide a flexible benefits package to support your work-life balance and development, including:

• Study Support
• Hybrid and Flexible working
• 27 Days Holiday plus additional options
• Wellbeing benefits, financial tools, electric car scheme, virtual GP
• Access to 300+ courses via our Talent Development team

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