Transaction Services Manager

Armstrong Watson LLP; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Armstrong Watson LLP is seeking a motivated Transaction Services Manager to support our Corporate Finance team in Leeds. This role focuses on delivering high-quality financial due diligence, managing projects, and supporting business growth.

The ideal candidate will possess strong financial analysis skills, be experienced in drafting due diligence reports, and have the ability to lead team members effectively. Join a leading firm with real momentum and intent.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in financial analysis and interpretation of key outputs.
• Experience in drafting due diligence reports and managing projects.
• Ability to lead and support team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Undertake detailed financial analysis and identify key deal issues.
• Draft high-quality due diligence reports and manage assignments.
• Liaise with clients and monitor project performance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Project management

Due diligence reporting

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Job description

Transaction Services Manager

Department: Corporate Finance

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Leeds

Description

Armstrong Watson is a leading Accounting and Financial Advisory firm seeking a Transaction Services Manager to support our Corporate Finance team. The role involves delivering high‑quality financial due diligence, managing projects, and supporting business growth.

We value:

• Standards and professionalism
• Doing work they are proud to put their name to
• Building long‑term client relationships
• Being part of a firm with real momentum and intent

The Role

Due to continued growth within our Corporate Finance team, we are seeking a highly motivated Transaction Services Manager to be based in either our Leeds or Manchester office. The main responsibilities include:

• Undertaking and reviewing detailed financial analysis and interpreting key outputs
• Identifying key deal issues and commercial considerations
• Drafting high‑quality due diligence reports and reviewing work produced by other team members
• Project managing due diligence assignments and taking ownership of draft report production
• Liaising with clients, target businesses and other professional advisers
• Leading and supporting Corporate Finance Executives and Assistants, including effective delegation
• Managing workflow, planning assignments, and ensuring client deadlines are met
• Monitoring project performance against budgets and timelines