Transaction Services Manager

W Talent; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing national firm is seeking a Transaction Services Manager to join their Financial Due Diligence team. This role offers a unique opportunity for experienced professionals to lead high-impact engagements and contribute to strategic growth. With a dedicated mentorship program and a clear path to Director, this position balances autonomy with the support of a strong leadership team. Ideal candidates will have significant TS/FDD experience and a desire for leadership development.

Benefits

Dedicated coach/mentor

Structured technical training

Opportunities to build and lead project teams

Qualifications

• 1/2+ years' experience in Transaction Services or Financial Due Diligence.
• Comfortable leading projects and managing stakeholders.
• Motivated to grow into a broader leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a variety of financial due diligence engagements.
• Provide clear, commercial advice to clients.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.
• Contribute to business development activities.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, insightful reports.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Due Diligence

Commercial Advice

Stakeholder Management

Mentorship

Education

ACA (or equivalent) qualification

Job description

Transaction Services Manager - Financial Due Diligence

Location: Midlands Leadership-Focused Growth Opportunity

Are you an ambitious Transaction Services professional ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? This is a unique opportunity to join a growing national firm with a strong regional footprint, stepping into a high-impact Manager role within a dynamic and expanding Financial Due Diligence (FDD) team.

This position is ideal for experienced Managers or people ready to take the step into management, who are looking for more autonomy, greater visibility, and a genuine pathway to Director.

The Opportunity

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality financial due diligence across buy-side, sell-side, and refinancing engagements for a diverse range of corporate and private equity clients.

Alongside hands-on deal execution, you will have a significant influence on shaping the continued growth of the TS practice in the Midlands, with the support of an experienced national leadership team.

What sets this role apart is the focus on leadership development and career acceleration, including:

• A dedicated coach/mentor to support your step into senior leadership
• Structured technical and advisory training tailored for those aiming to progress to leadership
• Support in developing your personal brand and market presence
• Opportunities to build and lead project teams as you progress toward Director

This is an exciting environment for someone who wants to build something, contribute to strategic growth, and step into a more influential advisory role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a variety of financial due diligence engagements across multiple sectors
• Provide clear, commercial advice to clients, supporting them in making informed investment decisions
• Mentor, develop, and inspire junior team members, contributing to a positive and collaborative team culture
• Play an active role in business development, including proposal support, networking activity, and nurturing client relationships
• Stay current with market trends and TS best practice, ensuring delivery of high-quality, insightful reports

About You

You will thrive in this role if you are:

• Currently operating at a mid-senior level within Transaction Services at a Top 10/Top 20 firm or a reputable regional advisory practice
• ACA (or equivalent) qualified with 1/2+ years' experience in TS/FDD
• Comfortable leading projects, managing stakeholders, and delivering clear, commercial outputs
• Motivated to step into a broader leadership role with more autonomy

Why This Role?

• A clear path to Director
• Significant influence within a growing practice
• Access to national resources with a supportive local leadership team
• A culture that values ambition, collaboration, and entrepreneurial thinking

If you are a motivated TS professional looking for your next leap forward, this role offers the perfect platform to elevate your career.