Mergers & Acquisitions Manager

MBDA; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MBDA is on the lookout for a Mergers and Acquisitions Manager to spearhead key M&A projects within the aerospace and defense sector. This hybrid role involves leading transformative deals while collaborating with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have strong project management skills and experience in M&A environments, ensuring successful coordination of complex transactions.

Benefits

Company Bonus: Up to 21% of base salary

Pension: Up to 14% total contribution

Flexible Working

Enhanced Parental Leave

Facilities: Subsidised meals, free parking

Qualifications

• Experience/interest in Aerospace & Defence.
• Strong project management skills required.
• Background in M&A advisory or banking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead MBDA’s strategic M&A initiatives across Europe.
• Conduct due diligence and negotiate documentation.
• Collaborate with financial, legal, and operational teams.

Skills

Project Management

Financial Knowledge

Legal Knowledge

Problem-Solving

Job description

MBDA is seeking a Mergers and Acquisitions Manager to lead specific M&A projects, ensuring they are coordinated, planned, and managed to completion.

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 depending on experience

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2-3 days per week on-site)

Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship. All successful candidates will need to undergo BPSS checks managed by MBDA's Security Team.

What We Offer:

• Company Bonus: Up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer and employee)
• Flexible Working: We support flexible work arrangements
• Enhanced Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, with enhancements for paternity, neonatal, and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free parking, and more

The Role:

You will lead MBDA’s strategic M&A initiatives, collaborating with financial, legal, and operational teams to drive transformative deals across Europe. Your responsibilities include conducting due diligence, negotiating, and preparing documentation for approvals, shaping the company's growth in the global defence sector.

Qualifications:

• Experience/interest in Aerospace & Defence
• Experience with medium/small transactions
• Background in M&A advisory, banking, accounting, or private equity
• Strong project management skills
• Financial and legal knowledge
• Ability to handle complex problems at senior levels
• Knowledge of MBDA and European markets (desirable)
• Willingness to travel to France and other locations

About MBDA:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation committed to supporting national security and sovereignty. We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging candidates to reach out for support or adjustments during the recruitment process.

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