Strategic M&A & Growth Lead

Bupa; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bupa in London is seeking a Corporate Development Manager to lead mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships and investment opportunities across our global business. You will engage with senior leaders, including the CEO and CFO, and drive transactions from evaluation to completion.

This hybrid, full-time role offers exposure to board-level discussions and international stakeholders, with a focus on strategic growth and value creation for the Group.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA) or CFA preferred but not essential.
• Significant experience in corporate development, mergers and acquisitions, finance, investment banking, professional services or private equity.
• Experience within insurance and/or healthcare would be advantageous.
• Strong analytical, valuation and financial modelling skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders and working collaboratively across multiple teams.
• Experience managing, coaching or motivating team members.
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic analysis and insights to support corporate development decisions across the Group.
• Lead the preparation of briefing papers and recommendations for senior leaders, including the CEO, CFO and Group Directors.
• Build strong relationships with external advisers, business units and group functions to support strategic objectives.
• Manage the day-to-day delivery of mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships and investment activities.
• Lead valuation analysis and assess the potential impact of opportunities on business performance.
• Manage financial due diligence and coordinate wider due diligence activities.
• Support oversight of corporate transactions led by business units across the Group.
• Lead transaction workstreams and manage external advisers with a high degree of autonomy.
• Coach and motivate Associate team members, helping them develop their skills and experience.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modelling

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team coaching

Prioritisation

Education

Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA) or CFA

Job description

Bupa in London is seeking a Corporate Development Manager to lead mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships and investment opportunities across our global business. You will engage with senior leaders, including the CEO and CFO, and drive transactions from evaluation to completion.

This hybrid, full-time role offers exposure to board-level discussions and international stakeholders, with a focus on strategic growth and value creation for the Group.