Interim M&A Manager

Investigo Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected consulting firm in the United Kingdom is looking for an interim M&A Manager to manage the end-to-end acquisition processes. The candidate should hold an MBA or CFA, possess strong financial modelling and analytical skills, and be able to effectively communicate recommendations to senior management. This role requires experience in M&A or corporate finance and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in M&A or corporate finance.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end M&A process: target identification, due diligence, valuation, and negotiation.
• Lead financial due diligence with regional Finance Director.
• Conduct financial analysis and modelling for acquisition targets.
• Develop and present financial reports to senior management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration.
• Monitor market trends and identify M&A opportunities.
• Prepare transaction documents including legal documentation.
• Manage relationships with external advisors and legal counsel.
• Ensure compliance with regulations during the M&A process.
• Provide post-transaction support and performance monitoring.

Skills

Financial modelling

Valuation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Education

MBA or CFA qualification

Job description

Our client a leader in their field are looking for an interim M&A Manager to support the business during a time of increasing acquisition activity. The role will manage acquisition processes from end to end, leading the relationships with the acquisition targets and external firms.

• Support the end-to-end M&A process, including target identification, due diligence, valuation, and negotiation.
• Lead the Financial Due Diligence process for the regional Finance Director with support of external advisors.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis and modelling to evaluate potential acquisition targets.
• Develop and present detailed financial reports and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, tax, and operations, to ensure successful transaction execution and integration.
• Monitor and analyse market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to identify potential M&A opportunities.
• Prepare and review transaction documents, including term sheets, purchase agreements, and other legal documentation.
• Support management of relationships with external advisors, legal counsel, and accounting firms.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies throughout the M&A process.
• Provide post-transaction support, including integration planning, performance monitoring, and reporting.

The successful candidate will be MBA or CFA qualified with proven experience in M&A or corporate finance. Strong financial modelling, valuation and analytical skills will be essential for the role coupled with excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment managing multiple projects simultaneously is also imperative for the role.