M&A Manager

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major recruitment firm is seeking a Manager for M&A transactions in London. The successful candidate will manage projects, be a primary client liaison, and oversee the transaction cycle. A strong academic background and experience in M&A advisory are essential. The role offers competitive Big 4 salary and benefits.

Benefits

Big 4 salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Experience within M&A advisory with proven execution ability.
• Industrial manufacturing or technology experience is preferable.
• Business development experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage M&A projects and act as the point of contact for clients.
• Lead transaction cycle and deal execution.
• Supervise and review financial analysis conducted by team members.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Report writing

Presentation skills

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

• Big 4 accounting firm, London office
• Industrials sector

Overview

About Our Client

This Big 4 firm is a leading mid-market M&A advisor. The role will allow the successful candidate to work on a broad range of domestic and international mid-market transactions (typically £10-£200m) for listed corporates, private equity and owner managed clients. The scope of the role will include both execution of transactions, as well as origination of new opportunities.

Job Description

• Manage M&A projects.
• Be the day-to-day point of contact for clients.
• Managing all phases of the transaction cycle and deal execution.
• Leading and managing the delivery of documentation, including client proposals and marketing materials.
• Directing and managing colleagues, wider support staff and other external advisers.
• Supervising and reviewing financial analysis carried out by team members.
• Set, monitor and control M&A project budgets, billing and other reporting requirements.
• Take responsibility for agreed areas of origination and business development.

The Successful Applicant

• Strong academic background.
• Experience within M&A advisory with proven execution ability.
• Industrial manufacturing or industrial technology experience is preferable, but not essential.
• Strong numerical, analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

• Sound knowledge and experience of M&A advisory gained in a Big 4 or Top 10 firm, M&A boutique, private equity, investment banking or in a corporate development role.
• At this Manager grade, candidates will need experience of the M&A lifecycle.
• Business development experience preferred. Desire, drive and an outgoing, client-facing personality.
• International experience highly desirable.

What’s on Offer

What’s on Offer: Big 4 salary and benefits.