M&A Operations - Retail or Leisure - Manager

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Manager for their M&A Operations team in London, focusing on retail and leisure sectors. The role involves operational due diligence, stakeholder management, and supporting clients through the deal cycle. Ideal candidates will have experience in operational leadership and excellent analytical skills. The company offers flexible working arrangements and various benefits to support employees.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Private Medical Cover

Virtual GP Access

Volunteering Days

Qualifications

• Experience in operational management/leadership within retail or leisure sectors.
• Professional services experience in these industries.

Responsibilities

• Pre-deal value creation advisory and operational due diligence.
• Leading workstreams or projects and managing team members.
• Supporting clients in integration to realize pre-deal value.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Adaptability

Job description

Job Title: M&A Operations - Retail or Leisure - Manager, London

Client:

PwC

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Retail

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

ae32be9a2240

Job Views:

3

Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

Job Description:

The role:

The Retail, Consumer and Leisure team within M&A Operations is fast-growing and supportive, working on a wide range of client engagements. We often work on high-profile deals with top-tier firms across the deal cycle, from pre-deal diligence, synergy development, and separation planning through Day 1 and into implementation support. We collaborate with PwC’s wider Retail, Consumer and Leisure practice, including Strategy Consulting and Financial Due Diligence.

Our team includes professionals with experience in retail, leisure (travel, hospitality, gaming, health & fitness, visitor attractions), manufacturing, engineering, R&D, marketing, and sales.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Pre-deal value creation advisory, identifying and quantifying value in a deal.
2. Providing operational due diligence on buy and sell sides.
3. Identifying and reviewing synergies from transactions and planning their realization.
4. Supporting divestment of subsidiaries and planning for day 1 operations.
5. Assisting with day planning post-acquisition to ensure smooth transition and quick wins.
6. Supporting clients in integration to realize pre-deal value, reduce risks, and merge organizations successfully.
7. Leading workstreams or projects, producing analysis, and communicating findings to stakeholders.
8. Managing Associates or Senior Associates as needed.

This role is suitable if you have:

Experience in operational management/leadership within retail or leisure sectors, or providing professional services to these industries. Attributes include excellent stakeholder management, analytical skills, curiosity, problem-solving discipline, adaptability, and willingness to develop data analytics skills.

What you’ll receive:

Our benefits are designed to add value and support, including flexible working arrangements, private medical cover, virtual GP access, volunteering days, and more.