Finance Manager (Mergers & Acquisitions)

Butler Rose; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Mergers & Acquisitions Manager to join their dynamic team. This role offers exposure across the full deal lifecycle, from initial engagement to post-acquisition integration. The successful candidate will manage transactions, lead due diligence efforts, and collaborate with financial analysts. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact in a rapidly growing organization, where your expertise will be valued and your career accelerated. Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes strategic acquisitions and offers excellent visibility and senior stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in corporate finance, private equity, or investment banking.
• Proven track record in executing M&A transactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of live deals from Heads of Terms to legal completion.
• Coordinate cross-functional due diligence teams.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Due Diligence

Negotiation Skills

Stakeholder Management

Education

ACA Qualification

ACCA Qualification

CIMA Qualification

Job description

Butler Rose is delighted to be partnering with a highly acquisitive, UK-centric organisation in the search for a talented Mergers & Acquisitions Manager. Our client is a market-leading business with operations nationwide and an impressive growth strategy driven by strategic acquisitions. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced accountant with a strong track record in M&A to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team and make a tangible impact on the company's continued expansion.

The Role

This position offers exposure across the full deal lifecycle, managing transactions from initial engagement through to completion and post-acquisition integration. You will play a key role in deal execution, initially focusing on deals sub £1m, while supporting larger strategic acquisitions.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Leading the execution of live deals, from Heads of Terms through to legal completion.
• Coordinating cross-functional due diligence teams including HR, finance, IT, legal and operational stakeholders.
• Collaborating with financial analysts on the development of deal models.
• Supporting post-deal integration in partnership with the Integration Manager.
• Liaising with external legal advisors, negotiating deal documentation (SPA, APA, HOTs etc.).
• Preparing investment reports and presenting findings to senior leadership.
• Assisting with renegotiation and risk mitigation during the deal process.

Person Spec

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualification.
• At least three years of relevant experience in corporate finance, private equity, investment banking or consulting.
• A proven track record of executing M&A transactions.
• Strong financial modelling and due diligence experience.
• Familiarity with legal frameworks and compliance in M&A activity.

• Highly organised with an ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Resilient, driven and solutions-oriented.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a fast-growing business where your expertise will be valued and your career truly accelerated. The successful candidate will benefit from excellent visibility, senior stakeholder engagement, and a clear development path within an ambitious and well-capitalised organisation.

We're expecting a high level of interest in this role. To explore this opportunity further, please apply to the advert, or contact Anthony Tait for a confidential conversation on 07884 733705 or via email at a. tait @ butlerrose . com.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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