Senior Corporate Finance Manager

We are working with a well-established professional services firm in the Midlands that is looking to appoint a Senior Manager into its growing Corporate Finance / M&A team. This is a key hire within a high-performing advisory team, offering strong visibility and progression.

The role involves leading end-to-end corporate finance transactions, acting as a key client contact with senior support as required, supporting junior team development, and working across acquisitions, disposals, MBOs/MBIs and fundraising projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and managing M&A and corporate finance transactions, taking ownership of project management and client delivery
• Acting as a main point of contact for clients and key transaction stakeholders
• Liaising with legal advisers, tax advisers, funders, due diligence providers and other intermediaries
• Supporting transaction strategy, negotiations and execution
• Origination of new business, including networking and contributing to deal flow
• Preparing and reviewing marketing materials, including pitches, information memorandums, management presentations and strategic papers
• Undertaking detailed financial analysis, including valuations, financial modelling and assessment of transaction impacts
• Managing, mentoring and developing junior team members

Skills & Experience Required

• ACA, ACCA or CFQ qualified
• Strong experience within Corporate Finance / M&A in an advisory environment (e.g. professional services, CF boutique or investment banking)
• Proven ability to lead transactions and manage multiple projects concurrently
• Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary with a clear, delivery-focused bonus structure
• Hybrid working
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave
• Your birthday off
• Opportunity to reduce annual hours in exchange for additional leave
• Clear progression and ongoing professional development support
• Bonus referral schemes for introducing new clients or talent
• Regular social events and firm-wide away days
• Additional benefits including life assurance, retail discounts and healthcare cashback