UK Acquisition & Business Development Director

Chris Hayes Associates; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Chris Hayes Associates is partnering with an international software group to appoint a commercially astute Business Development Director to lead UK deal origination and the ongoing acquisition strategy.

The role involves setting the UK origination agenda, owning the pipeline quality, and guiding a high-performing Business Development team while engaging with founders, shareholders, and advisers across the market.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in business development and origination within acquisition environments.
• Proven ability to build senior relationships and deliver strategic value.
• Strong commercial judgement and long-cycle origination capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the UK business development and origination strategy.
• Own the quality and strength of the acquisition pipeline long-term.
• Lead, manage and develop the Business Development team.

Skills

Business Development

M&A Origination

Corporate Finance

Corporate Development

Investment Advisory

Job description

Chris Hayes Associates is partnering with an international software group to appoint a commercially astute Business Development Director to lead UK deal origination and the ongoing acquisition strategy.

The role involves setting the UK origination agenda, owning the pipeline quality, and guiding a high-performing Business Development team while engaging with founders, shareholders, and advisers across the market.