Director, M&A Advisory

JustinBradley; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

JustinBradley, a leading DC-based M&A firm, seeks a Director of M&A Advisory to provide strategic guidance in executing buy-side transactions. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of client-facing experience in sectors like investment banking, alongside an MBA, CPA, JD, or CFA. The role offers a chance to lead client relationships and drive business development initiatives within a collaborative environment. Compensation ranges from $150,000 to $175,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of client facing experience in investment banking, legal, corporate finance or accounting functions.
• Proven experience leading client presentations.
• Preferred experience in strategy or transaction advisory consulting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of complex client buy-side transactions.
• Conduct due diligence, valuation analysis, and financial modeling to assess target companies.
• Prepare and deliver client presentations around strategic recommendations, and transaction structures.
• Manage all phases of the acquisition process, including target identification, negotiation, and closing.
• Develop clients, win work and boost presence in the buy-side market.
• Represent the firm at networking and industry events.
• Develop and execute strategic business development initiatives.
• Act as a mentor and role model to other members of the team.

Skills

Client management

Financial modeling

Due diligence

Transaction structures

Business development

Education

MBA, CPA, JD and/or CFA

Job description

Join an established DC-based M&A firm as Director of M&A Advisory. Known for their quality, this firm has grown steadily over its 30-year history through its buy-side advisory services to multinational public companies. To accommodate and support growth, the need for a new leader for their buy-side service has emerged.

The Director of M&A Advisory will use their ‘no job is too small’ mindset to further develop the buy-side practice through hands‑on involvement, providing strategic guidance to clients and executing deals. The Director of M&A Advisory will bring their executive presence to lead client relationships from day one. Someone who is passionate about their work and enjoys working autonomously in a supportive, fast‑paced environment will enjoy a rewarding career at this firm.

Key Features

• Step into a high impact role as a member of leadership
• Enjoy a diverse client base and expanded deals experience
• Learn and contribute as part of a collaborative and intellectually curious group

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of complex client buy‑side transactions:
• Conduct due diligence, valuation analysis, and financial modeling to assess target companies.
• Prepare and deliver client presentations around strategic recommendations, and transaction structures.
• Manage all phases of the acquisition process, including target identification, negotiation, and closing.
• Develop clients, win work and boost presence in the buy‑side market
• Represent the firm at networking and industry events
• Develop and execute strategic business development initiatives.
• Act as a mentor and role model to other members of the team

Key Qualifications

• MBA, CPA, JD and/or CFA is desired
• Minimum of 10 years of client facing experience in investment banking, legal, corporate finance or accounting functions.
• Proven experience leading client presentations
• Preferred experience in strategy or transaction advisory consulting.

Compensation range: $150,000/year -$175,000/year

JustinBradley is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.