M&A Director/Partner

Alan Mitchell; Greater London; On-site; GBP 250,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading bonus

Equity participation plan

Competitive base salary

Job summary

Alan Mitchell is seeking a Partner or Director in London to lead and shape its Consumer Sector M&A advisory practice. The role requires origination, execution excellence, and delivering superior client outcomes for blue-chip mandates.

The ideal candidate has ACA/CFA/MBA or equivalent, a track record in consumer or related sectors, and a proven ability to build and mentor high-caliber teams, with a strategic, results-driven mindset. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking for high-stakes advisory work.
• Proven ability to develop and critique complex financial models.
• Track record of originating and executing M&A mandates in consumer sectors.

Responsibilities

• Drive deal origination leveraging your network for buy- and sell-side mandates.
• Oversee rigorous execution and manage transaction processes end-to-end.
• Lead business development to deepen market presence in Consumer sector.
• Build, mentor, and empower a high-performing deal team.
• Maintain relationships with intermediaries, advisors, and blue-chip clients.
• Contribute to firm-wide strategy and leadership decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Financial modelling

Education

ACA

CFA

MBA

Job description

Partner or Director – Consumer Sector M&A Advisory

About the Company

Join a highly respected boutique investment bank, known for its deep expertise in the UK Consumer sector. The firm partners with blue-chip clients and delivers exceptional results on small to mid-sized transactions, with a strong emphasis on sell-side mandates. Exceptional growth and a focus on succession planning mean the team is now looking to appoint a new senior leader—either as a direct-entry Partner or a Director on the path to Partnership.

The Opportunity

As a key member of the senior team, you will:

• Drive deal origination, leveraging your network to generate both buy- and sell-side mandates.
• Oversee rigorous, efficient execution, engaging fully throughout each transaction process.
• Lead business development efforts, deepening the firm’s presence and reputation in the Consumer sector.
• Develop and empower a high-performing team, coaching colleagues and building delivery capability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with intermediaries, advisors, and blue-chip clients.
• Play a central role in firmwide decision-making, shaping the team’s direction and ongoing success.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong academic background (ACA, CFA, MBA or equivalent).
• A sector background in Consumer, or potentially in Packaging, Chemicals, or Retail.
• A demonstrable track record in originating and executing successful M&A mandates.
• Outstanding analytical, strategic, and financial modelling skills.
• Extensive end-to-end transactional experience.
• Exceptional communication skills, with confidence and gravitas at all levels.
• Proven success in building and mentoring high-calibre teams.
• Ambition, drive, and a results-focused mindset.
• A personable, credible approach that earns trust from clients and colleagues.

This is a rare opportunity to join a business with industry-leading execution and origination talent, operating in robust and resilient sectors. Expect a highly competitive base salary, industry-leading bonus, and a defined plan for full equity participation for those making a long-term impact.