Head of M&A – Growth & PE Exit Strategy

Axon Moore Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Axon Moore is partnering with a PE-backed services group to appoint a Head of M&A to lead the Group's acquisition strategy and execution, sitting close to the C-Suite and shareholders. Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will own the M&A agenda from origination through to completion and integration, coordinating with external advisers and internal stakeholders.

The role requires a highly commercial mindset, a proven track record in PE-backed deals, and the gravitas to lead

Qualifications

• Extensive experience across the full M&A lifecycle.
• Proven track record of originating and executing transactions.
• Experience in PE-backed environments and working with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Leading all M&A activity across the Group
• Developing and executing the Group's acquisition strategy
• Identifying, assessing and prioritising new acquisition opportunities
• Managing the end-to-end transaction process, from origination through to completion
• Leading financial and commercial analysis, valuation and deal structuring
• Working closely with the C-Suite throughout the transaction process
• Managing relationships with corporate finance advisors, legal advisors and other external stakeholders
• Supporting due diligence and investment committee processes
• Working closely with operational leadership teams to ensure acquisitions are aligned with the wider Group strategy
• Playing a pivotal role in preparing the Group for its eventual exit
• Supporting the execution of the Group's sale, working closely with shareholders and advisors through a PE-to-PE transaction

Skills

M&A experience

Deal origination

Financial analysis

PE-backed transactions

Stakeholder management

Job description

Axon Moore is partnering with a PE-backed services group to appoint a Head of M&A to lead the Group's acquisition strategy and execution, sitting close to the C-Suite and shareholders. Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will own the M&A agenda from origination through to completion and integration, coordinating with external advisers and internal stakeholders.

The role requires a highly commercial mindset, a proven track record in PE-backed deals, and the gravitas to lead