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Head of M&A Transactions
Job Posted: 20 hours ago
Salary: £ 80,000 - 95,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: East Midlands
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Head of Transactions - M&A Execution
Location: East Midlands (Hybrid - 3 days office-based)
Salary: £80,000-£95,000 + Bonus + Car Allowance + Bens
A private equity-backed UK business is looking for a driven M&A/Transaction Services professional to lead transaction execution as part of its active buy-and-build strategy. This is a high-impact role with direct exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape the company's growth through strategic acquisitions.
About the Role
Reporting to the CFO, you'll manage the full deal life cycle - from valuation and due diligence through to structuring, negotiation, and post-deal integration. You'll work closely with internal teams and external advisers to deliver high-value transactions aligned with the company's strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
Lead financial modelling and valuation of acquisition targets
Manage due diligence across internal stakeholders and external advisers
Support deal structuring and negotiation (SPA, offer letters)
Collaborate on post-acquisition integration and synergy delivery
Present strategic insights to senior stakeholders and shareholders
Candidate Profile
ACA qualified with a finance or mathematics degree
Currently at Assistant Director or Senior Manager level in Transaction Services or Corporate Finance (Top 6 preferred), or in a buy-side role (Corporate Development or PE)
Strong understanding of valuation principles, DCF, net debt, and working capital
Advanced Excel and modelling skills
Commercially minded, collaborative, and energetic
Rewards & Benefits
£80,000-£95,000 base salary
Performance-based bonus
Car allowance
Pension, family medical, life and critical illness cover
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