Managing Directors - Leading boutique (Multiple sector coverage)

Circle Square; Greater London; On-site; GBP 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle Square in London seeks exceptional Managing Directors to join its boutique advisory practice, covering multiple sectors across Europe and the US. You will play a senior role, originating and directing high-profile mandates with autonomy and a strong emphasis on entrepreneurial culture.

You will lead complex M&A, fundraising, and strategic advisory assignments, manage cross-border transactions, mentor teams, and help shape the firm’s strategic direction in a fast-moving market.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of origination and execution at MD/Director level.
• Deep network of corporate and sponsor relationships in target sectors.
• Experience leading complex, cross-border transactions and teams.

Responsibilities

• Originating and executing M&A, capital-raising, and advisory mandates.
• Developing existing client relationships and winning new mandates.
• Leading live deals and mentoring junior team members.
• Contributing to the firm's strategic direction and culture.

Skills

Origination

Execution

Leadership

Networking

Cross-border

Job description

Our client, a highly regarded boutique investment bank with a stellar reputation across European and transatlantic markets, is seeking exceptional Managing Directors to join their London office across multiple sector coverage groups.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within a firm that prides itself on the quality of its advice, the calibre of its people, and its entrepreneurial, partner-led culture. Unlike the larger institutions, our client offers genuine proximity to decision-makers, meaningful deal flow, and a platform that rewards originality and commercial instinct.

The Role:

As a Managing Director, you will be responsible for originating and executing M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory mandates within your sector specialism. You will act as a trusted adviser to C-suite executives, founders, and private equity sponsors, managing complex transactions from inception through to completion.

Key responsibilities include originating new client relationships and developing existing ones, leading and executing live transactions across M&A, fundraising, and restructuring, mentoring and developing junior talent across the team, and contributing to the wider strategic direction of the firm.

Sectors of Interest:

Our client is actively hiring across several coverage areas, including but not limited to Technology, Media & Telecommunications, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Business Services, Financial Institutions, and Industrials & Infrastructure. Candidates with a demonstrable track record in other sectors will also be considered.

What Our Client Is Looking For:

The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of origination and execution at Managing Director or Director level within an investment bank or advisory boutique.

A deep and well-maintained network of corporate and sponsor relationships within your sector is essential, as is experience leading complex, cross-border transactions. Strong commercial acumen and a genuinely entrepreneurial mindset are expected, alongside the ability to inspire, develop, and lead high-performing teams.

What's on Offer:

Our client offers a highly attractive compensation structure comprising a competitive base salary, performance-driven bonus, and the potential for equity participation or carried interest. You would be joining a collaborative, low-politics environment where senior professionals are given genuine autonomy.