In-House M&A & Investment Manager - Software Growth

Chris Hayes Associates; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Hybrid working

Job summary

Chris Hayes Associates supports a large international software group in recruiting an Investment Manager / M&A Manager.

The role offers hybrid and location-flexible working, with preferred Midlands, Cambridgeshire or Southern UK locations, and potential to appoint at Associate Director or junior Director level depending on experience. You will work across the full investment lifecycle and interact with senior leaders.

Qualifications

• ACA / ACCA qualification or equivalent, ideally gained within a top-tier accounting firm.
• Strong financial analysis, modelling and valuation skills, with advanced Excel capability.
• Excellent academic credentials and a strong track record of performance within your current or previous organisation.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A genuine interest in, or curiosity about, the technology and software sector would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Engaging directly with shareholders, management teams and financial advisors at prospective acquisition targets.
• Evaluating the strategic, commercial and financial quality of potential software acquisitions.
• Reviewing, analysing and presenting information received from prospective targets.
• Building sophisticated valuation and financial models to assess potential transactions and determine appropriate pricing and deal structures.
• Leading or contributing to financial and operational due diligence, working alongside specialist teams covering HR, R&D, tax and legal.
• Playing an active role throughout the execution and management of M&A transactions.
• Preparing detailed investment memorandums and presenting the investment rationale, key risks and proposed post-acquisition strategy.
• Supporting the integration of newly acquired businesses and monitoring post-closing performance against expectations.
• Reporting performance and key insights to Group and Portfolio leadership.
• Identifying opportunities to improve the performance of acquired businesses and communicating recommendations to senior management.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, entrepreneurs, advisors and other transaction professionals.
• Travelling nationally and internationally when required.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modelling

Valuation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

ACA / ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Chris Hayes Associates supports a large international software group in recruiting an Investment Manager / M&A Manager.

The role offers hybrid and location-flexible working, with preferred Midlands, Cambridgeshire or Southern UK locations, and potential to appoint at Associate Director or junior Director level depending on experience. You will work across the full investment lifecycle and interact with senior leaders.