M&A Associate Director

Description:

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Associate Director to join our clients Corporate Finance team within a leading accountancy practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate finance, particularly in M&A, and a proven track record of managing complex transactions from inception to completion.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Management: Lead and manage M&A transactions with team autonomously and with support for highly complicated ones.
Client Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their business needs and providing strategic advice.
Financial Analysis and Valuation: Perform detailed financial analyses, valuations, and modelling.
Due Diligence: Coordinate and conduct financial due diligence, identifying key issues and risks.
Negotiation and Deal Structuring: Assist clients in structuring transactions, negotiating terms, and drafting transaction documents.
Team Leadership: Mentor and lead junior team members, providing guidance and supporting their professional development.
Business Development: Identify new business cross selling opportunities.Requirements

Education: ACA, ACCA, CFA, qualification.
Experience: Corporate Finance experience, delivering disposals, acquisitions and fundraising, within an accountancy practice.
Technical Skills: Strong financial modeling, analytical, and valuation skills. Proficiency in financial software and tools.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely, and lead in meetings with material contributions.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels.
Problem Solving: Proven ability to think strategically and solve complex problems effectively.
Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic and growing environment