Interim M&A Consultant

Interim M&A Consultant - Industrial Sector

Location: Midlands / Hybrid (Light European Travel)

6 Months

Negotiable day rate outside IR35

Our client, a major organisation within the industrials sector, is seeking an Interim M&A Consultant to establish and lead a newly created M&A function. This critical role will shape the organisation's approach to inorganic growth, working closely with the Chief Executive and Senior Leadership Team.

The Role

The successful candidate will build out the M&A structure and governance framework, recruit and lead a small internal team, and oversee the end-to-end M&A process. They will assess market opportunities, manage third-party advisors through due diligence, and develop robust processes to support acquisition execution and integration planning

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement the company's M&A structure, team, and operating model.
• Drive the identification, evaluation, and execution of potential acquisitions.
• Coordinate with external partners for due diligence and transaction support.
• Present strategic recommendations to the SLT and Chief Executive.
• Support the development of long-term inorganic growth strategies across Europe.

Candidate Profile

• Significant experience in M&A, ideally within industrials, manufacturing, or engineering sectors ideally in a business of 500MN turnover+.
• Proven capability in setting up M&A functions or leading complex transactions within large corporate environments.
• Strong understanding of corporate structures, governance, and deal execution processes.
• Resilient, commercially astute, and able to engage credibly at executive level.
• Self-starter with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Flexibility to travel within Europe.

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