Due Diligence Associate Director

RSM; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK is looking for an experienced Due Diligence Associate Director to join its team in Reading. This role involves leading financial due diligence assignments, directing analysis, and liaising with clients. Ideal candidates will be qualified Chartered Accountants with strong experience in transaction services, especially in the TMT sector, and a passion for improving business operations. The firm offers flexible working options and extensive professional development resources.

Benefits

Study Support

Hybrid and Flexible working

27 Days Holiday

Health and Wellbeing benefits

Access to 300+ courses

Qualifications

• Experience with financial due diligence assignments.
• Ability to liaise with clients and target businesses.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement processes and fieldwork teams.
• Direct financial analysis for due diligence reports.
• Support business generation efforts.

Skills

Chartered Accountant (ACA or equivalent)

Experience in Transaction services

Strong experience with TMT sector deals

High-quality due diligence reports

Understanding of deal mechanics

Commercially minded

Critical thinking

Strong team player

Job description

Due Diligence Associate Director

We are searching for an experienced Due Diligence Associate Director

Make an Impact at RSM UK

Consulting brings together multiple teams across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA, and Outsourcing to provide client‑centric solutions for RSM’s current and future clients within the middle market. Our Consulting team has a major role to play in driving forward the growth of the firm with over 1,700 people delivering almost £200m revenue.

At the heart of Consulting are the six solutions we offer our clients: business transformation, deal services, finance function support, risk and governance, forensic and investigation services, and restructuring. Our solutions create an enhanced tailored approach to support our clients in achieving their strategic goals and empower our people to make an impact and develop their own unique career path.

We are looking for an ambitious Associate Director to join our growing Due Diligence team. Our new colleague will assist in the execution of financial due diligence assignments on both buy‑side and sell‑side transactions and support the team in new business generation.

Our Transaction Services team is an award‑winning team and highly regarded in the marketplace. The team specialises in financial due diligence, advising clients on business acquisitions and investments. Deal values are typically in the £20m to £500m range.

This role provides an opportunity for you to join the fast moving world of Corporate Finance and Transaction Services. Working alongside a team of other professionals where you will play an integral role in leading the execution of financial due diligence projects, on both buyside and sell‑side transactions, as well contributing to the continued successful growth of the business.

You'll make an impact by

• Leading engagement processes reporting directly to the partner.
• Leading fieldwork teams.
• Directing financial analysis on target businesses for inclusion in due diligence reports.
• Liaising with clients, target businesses and other professional advisors during execution of transactions.
• Developing Industry, Channel and Economic expertise.

What we are looking for

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you!

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA or equivalent).
• Experience working in Transaction services.
• Strong experience with TMT sector deals and a strong desire to focus on this sector going forward.
• Prior experience in writing high‑quality, value‑add due diligence reports.
• Genuine interest in, and enthusiasm for, understanding how businesses operate and what makes them tick.
• A strong understanding of deal mechanics.
• Displays high level of accuracy, diligence and integrity.
• Commercially minded and a critical thinker.
• Able to form relationships with a wide range of people internally and externally, as well as being a strong team player.

What we can offer you

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have a fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• Study Support
• Hybrid and Flexible working
• 27 Days Holiday with the option of purchasing additional days
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our in‑house Talent Development team.

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