M&A Manager

KPMG International Cooperative; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial consultancy is looking for an M&A Manager in Manchester. The ideal candidate should possess relevant corporate finance experience, strong project management skills, and a demonstrable track record of deal execution. Responsibilities include managing M&A projects and client interfaces, leading marketing documentation, and developing junior team members. The role offers flexible working arrangements and a commitment to high-quality standards.

Qualifications

• Relevant corporate finance experience in an investment bank, consultancy, or private equity firm.
• Significant transactional experience with a track record of deal execution.
• Strong numerical, analytical and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage M&A projects and act as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Lead marketing documentation and client proposals.
• Coach and develop junior team members.

Skills

Corporate finance experience

Project management skills

Financial modelling

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

M&A Manager – KPMG Corporate Finance

KPMG's Corporate Finance practice has an industry-leading reputation for delivering forward‑thinking and objective advice for our UK and global client base, and a proven track record of successful deals.

Responsibilities

• Manage M&A projects (reporting into Associate Director/Director/Partner), acting as the day‑to‑day point of contact for clients.
• Actively manage client interfaces, taking responsibility for all phases of the transaction cycle and deal execution.
• Lead and manage the delivery of marketing documentation, pitch materials and client proposals.
• Direct and manage junior colleagues, analysts and support staff on M&A transactions, including reviewing their work.
• Coach and contribute to the development of junior team members.
• Set, monitor and control M&A project budgets, billing and other reporting requirements.
• Take responsibility for, and proactively assist business development efforts, including pitching for new work.

Working Arrangements

With 20 sites across the UK we offer office work, working from home, flexible hours and part‑time options. If you need flexibility, discuss it with our team.

Qualifications

• Relevant corporate finance experience in an investment bank, property consultancy, Big 4 or mid‑tier or private equity firm.
• Significant transactional experience with a demonstrable track record of deal execution across all phases of the deal lifecycle from origination through to completion, particularly sell‑side transactions.
• Ideally experience of working on transactions involving private equity.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to work on a range of projects simultaneously to demanding timetables.
• Personal drive and integrity to deliver results within tight deadlines.
• Commitment to high quality standards and a detail‑oriented approach.
• Independent thinker with the ability to identify problems and contribute to the development of solutions.
• Comfortable discussing financially related commercial issues.
• Financial modelling including LBO & DCF analysis.
• Strong academic background.
• Strong numerical, analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Personable team player with the ability to create confidence and trust with both colleagues and clients.
• Able to build and develop strong relationships with clients and multipliers in the market.