M&A Director - Business Services sector
- london, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent·On-site
- Full time
- £100 - £150 Per Hour
Job Description
Base pay range
This range is provided by Alan Mitchell. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
The Opportunity
A dynamic, high-performing corporate finance team is seeking an M&A Director to deliver some of the UK’s most interesting mid-market M&A transactions. This is your chance to join a team with a substantial pipeline, strong brand, and meaningful progression to Managing Director.
You’ll have instant impact, working closely with MDs on high-value private equity and strategic sell-side mandates across Business Services and related sectors, while mentoring associates and driving team growth.
Why Apply?
- Take lead responsibility on major transactions—average EV circa £150m—including complex cross-border and multi-party deals, with direct access to Boards and C-suite.
- Transparent pathway to Managing Director level, supported by a growth-focused leadership team.
- Leverag e a well-established platform in expansion mode, with a strong portfolio of mandates and market-leading bonus potential.
- Located in London, with flexibility to consider exceptional candidates based in other UK hubs.
- Engage deeply with PE clients, strategic buyers, and senior industry stakeholders, while shaping the strategy and direction of the practice.
What We’re Looking For
- A junior or an established Director in mid-market M&A, eager to take on a senior, client-facing leadership role.
- Demonstrable track record in executing and overseeing M&A transactions in the £50m–£300m+ EV range, ideally with significant private equity experience.
- Board-level presence and proven ability to cultivate relationships with investors and senior executives.
- Experience gained at a top-tier investment bank, leading boutique, or top Accountancy firm.
- Sector expertise in Business Services (tech-enabled, human capital, FM, waste, etc.) is valuable but not essential—sector knowledge can be developed within the team.
Why This Role?
If you’re a driven corporate finance Director who thrives on leading complex deals, mentoring rising talent, and seeking a platform with real long-term Managing Director potential (without immediate promotion pressure), this team offers the progression, deal quality, and collaborative culture to elevate your career.
Seniority level
- Director
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Finance and Analyst
Industries
- Investment Banking