Manager - Sale & Purchase Agreement, Transaction Services

Michael Page; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier consultancy in London is seeking a Manager for their Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) Transaction Services team. This role involves leading complex engagements in a dynamic environment, advising on financial transactions, and managing client relationships. Ideal candidates will have transaction cycle experience, be ACA qualified, and possess strong skills in financial due diligence. The position offers a competitive salary, cash car allowance, bonus opportunities, and a hybrid working model with three days in the office.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Cash car allowance

Bonus

Comprehensive professional growth support

Qualifications

• Experience in transaction services supporting Mergers & Acquisitions.
• Awareness of locked box arrangements and earn-out provisions.
• Experience with financial audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead work streams on engagements in a dynamic environment.
• Provide price structuring advice and review agreement vetting.
• Develop and manage client relationships for business growth.
• Identify and manage operational risks effectively.
• Foster team member development through coaching and support.

Skills

Transaction cycle experience

Understanding of price adjustment mechanisms

Financial due diligence

Strong communication skills

Education

ACA qualified or equivalent

Strong academic background

Job description

This Big 4 firm in London is looking for Managers for their Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) Transaction Services team.

Client Details

This team of specialists helps clients focus on the key questions during the critical stages of planning and executing a deal, creating and enhancing value.

Description

• Leading work streams on medium size engagements and being an instrumental team member on larger engagement of greater complexity in ambiguous and rapidly changing environments.
• Providing price structuring advice and agreement vetting service on the Sale and Purchase Agreement, in particular completion accounts or locked box provisions, and any additional deferred consideration provisions.
• Providing vendor assist services, such as preparing Locked Box papers.
• Providing post-completion advice on the preparation or review of completion accounts and earn-out accounts, providing tactical advice on commercial negotiation and any disputes which may arise
• Business development: building, commercialising and sustaining relationships with client management team members for the benefit of the Firm
• Practice development: taking responsibility for several processes and initiatives that are key to scaling the business
• Risk management: identifying and managing risks and ensuring the Firm's frameworks are implemented appropriately and effectively
• People development: identifying team member development needs and accelerating development by establishing the appropriate plans and frameworks with particular emphasis on coaching and skills transfer
• Personal development: participating in the career and skills development infrastructure provided by the Firm and acting as a role model with colleagues and clients by living the values of the Firm

Profile

• Experience of the transaction cycle/ transaction services and supporting Mergers & Acquisitions
• Understanding of transactions and an awareness of price adjustment mechanisms, locked box arrangements and earn-out provisions
• Experience of financial due diligence and/or financial audit
• Strong academic background and ACA qualified or equivalent

Job Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Cash car allowance.
• Bonus.
• Hybrid working (3 days in the London office is expected).
• Comprehensive resources and support for professional growth within a large organisation.

If you are an experienced professional looking to take the next step in your career, this is an excellent opportunity to join a leading organisation.