M&A Manager (Energy)

KPMG LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG is seeking an M&A Manager – Energy to lead origination and execution of mid-market advisory mandates. You will manage client relationships, oversee transaction cycles, and coach junior staff within a growing energy-focused corporate finance team.

The role requires strong financial modelling, stakeholder management, and project leadership in a dynamic energy market, with opportunities for strategic growth and impactful deal execution.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading mid-market M&A projects with cross-functional teams.
• Strong ability to translate complex financial information for clients and stakeholders.
• Proven track record in building and maintaining client relationships.
• Knowledge of energy sector drivers and deal dynamics in the mid-market.
• Demonstrated project management skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Manage M&A projects (with senior guidance) including daily client contact.
• Oversee all phases of the transaction cycle from origination to execution.
• Lead the preparation of marketing materials, pitches and client proposals.
• Direct and mentor junior colleagues and support staff on transactions.
• Coach and contribute to development of junior team members.
• Set, monitor, and control project budgets, billing and reporting.
• Support business development and pitch for new work.

Skills

Stakeholder mgmt

Comms skills

Financial modelling

Energy sector knowledge

Project management

Client relations

Job description

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Job Title / Req Number: M&A Manager – Energy – 109326

KPMG’s Corporate Finance practice has an industry-leading reputation for delivering forward-thinking and objective advice to our UK and global client base, together with an enviable track record of closing successful deals. Our Corporate Finance professionals have advised on or arranged critical and sensitive equity and debt transactions for some of the world’s largest corporations, financial institutions and governments. KPMG is a leading mid-market M&A adviser in the UK, Europe and globally. Continued revenue growth means we are looking to recruit top talent who are keen to contribute to the ongoing success of the business.

Why join KPMG as an M&A Manager – Energy?

You will work on the origination and execution of lead advisory mandates in the mid-market, specialising in Energy. You will help clients achieve their strategic objectives when buying or selling a company, from the initial strategic review through to successful completion. This is an ideal opportunity to join a growing and ambitious team as a sector specialist. The business has significant growth ambitions, through continued deep sector expertise and delivering the highest quality deal execution.

• Senior and trusted client relationships across mid-market and global companies, new strategic entrants, financial investors and leading entrepreneurs
• An enviable set of market credentials across each of KPMG’s major service lines
• A diverse skill set and deep sector expertise spanning across all sectors

What will you be doing?

• Manage M&A projects (with support from and reporting into Associate Director/ Director / Partner) including being the day to day point of contact for clients.
• Actively managing client interfaces taking responsibility for managing all phases of the transaction cycle and deal execution.
• Leading and managing the delivery of marketing documentation, as well as pitch materials and client proposals
• Directing and managing junior colleagues, analysts and support staff on M&A transactions, including reviewing their work
• Coaching and contributing to the development of junior team members
• Set, monitor and control M&A project budgets, billing and other reporting requirements
• Taking responsibility for, and proactively assisting business development efforts, including pitching for new work

What will you need to do it?

Essential skills

• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients, colleagues and market contacts
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence communicating complex financial and commercial matters clearly
• Financial modelling experience, including LBO and DCF analysis
• Experinces/knowledge of Energy sector
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver to demanding timetables