M&A Director/Partner

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boutique investment bank in London seeks a Senior Partner or Director to drive deal origination within the Consumer sector. This high-impact role emphasizes leadership in M&A advisory, requiring deep industry knowledge and a strong track record of delivering results. The successful candidate will influence business strategies, shape client relationships, and cultivate high-performing teams, contributing significantly to the firm's growth. Competitive compensation with equity participation is available for a motivated leader eager to make an impact.

Benefits

Industry leading bonus structure

Full equity participation plan

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in finance or related fields.
• Experience in M&A advisory or related sectors.
• Track record in team development and business origination.

Responsibilities

• Lead deal origination and relationships with clients.
• Oversee execution of mandates and business development.
• Develop and motivate the advisory team for successful delivery.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Team management

Education

ACA, CFA, MBA or equivalent

Job description

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About the Company - My client is a very well respected boutique investment bank with a focus on the Consumer sector in the UK. They work with blue chip clients, executing small to mid sized transactions, principally sell-side mandates. Due to continued strong business levels, and thoughts of future succession planning, they are looking to be joined by a new senior colleague, as either a direct entry Partner into the business, or a Director with a view to become a Partner.

About the Role -

• Deal origination: Leading the charge on developing deal flow, using a network of relevant and high-level contacts to help originate both buy and sell-side mandates for the team;
• Ensuring rigorous and efficient execution delivery: remaining fully engaged throughout a process;
• Business development: Play a key role in furthering the firm’s strength in the sector;
• Team development: Develop, coach and motivate an experienced team. While the successful individual will have an external / origination focus, they will not be successful without further developing a more delivery focused team;
• Establish a high level of credibility and manage strong working relationships with external parties including intermediaries and other advisors;
• The successful individual will be central to all key decision making and will play a vital role in the continued development and success of the team and wider M&A advisory business

Required Qualifications -

• Strong academic; technical background (ACA, CFA, MBA or equivalent)
• Significant experience within M&A advisory in an investment bank, Big 4, private equity team, M&A Boutique or corporate development role
• Sector focus should be in the general Consumer space, or else Packaging, Chemicals or Retail.
• A proven and demonstrable track record of materially contributing to the successful generation of competitive sell and buy-side mandates in the M&A advisory space
• Strong numerical, analytical and strategic thinking skills and demonstrated experience of financial modelling
• Significant transactional experience with a demonstrable record of deal execution across all phases of the transaction cycle from origination to completion
• Excellent communication skills with the authority and credibility to gain respect both internally and externally with people at all levels
• Proven track record in building, motivating and empowering teams. Experience of managing and developing teams of high calibre people
• Personal drive to deliver results and ambition to make an impact in a growing sector team
• Commitment to high quality standards, attention to detail and motivation to deliver results within tight deadlines
• Personable approach, possessing the ability to create confidence and trust with colleagues and clients alike

Pay range and compensation package - This is a very exciting opportunity to join a business with an excellent execution team, originators at the top of their game, working in sectors that are proving to be resilient, with a view to sharing in all the rewards that this successful firm has to offer. The basic comp is very competitive, with an industry leading bonus structure and a plan for full equity participation