Associate Director, M&A / Corporate Finance - Lucas Mclean Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Associate Director opportunity within an established growing Mid-market M&A / Corporate Finance Advisory boutique offering progression to Director in 2 - 3 years.

THE COMPANY

A specialist M&A / Corporate Finance Advisory boutique which has established a strong position in the lower / mid-market deal space and a reputation for advising on UK and cross-border transactions within Software / SaaS, Technology, Healthcare and Manufacturing sectors. Led by experienced Investment Bankers and Corporate Financiers, the firm handles a wide range of transactions including M&A, Disposals, MBO / MBI, AIM Listings / Flotations, Carveouts / Divestments and Growth Capital Raisings.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Strong deal flow and a focus on continued growth and succession have combined to create a new opportunity for an experienced M&A / Corporate Finance Professional which will involve leading a growing team, project managing transactions through to completion and playing an active role in growing the firms UK presence.

As an M&A Associate Director your responsibilities will include

• Project managing Corporate Finance transactions across a wide range of industry sectors including Technology, Software / SaaS, Manufacturing, Industrials and Business Services.
• Leading a team responsible for preparation of key documents & materials, including Information Memoranda, Buyer Research, Market Analysis, Financial Forecasts and Reports
• Managing Due Diligence processes and acting as key contact for advisors and buyers
• Acting as Lead Advisor and managing transactions through to completion.
• Liaising regularly with clients during deal processes to maintain momentum
• Building a strong network with Private Equity Investors, Lawyers and Funders

Over the next few years you can expect to progress your career to Director level as part of the firm's long-term succession plan.

You can expect:

• A competitive compensation package and generous annual bonus earnings
• Great benefits
• Involvement in a variety of interesting mid-market transactions
• Career progression to Director

THE PERSON

You will be a Corporate Finance Advisory professional able to demonstrate the following:

• Background & experience in either Top Tier Accountancy Practice or Independent Corporate Finance practice
• At least 4 - 5 years Corporate Finance Transaction experience at lower / mid-market level
• Good deal management skills, able to manage relationships with clients, funders and other professional advisors
• A strong desire to develop your career Director within an established M&A / Corporate Finance boutique

If you are currently working within Industry or Corporate Finance practice, have several years relevant experience and seek an opportunity to progress to Director within M&A / Corporate Finance please contact Alastair McLean at Lucas McLean Recruitment to discuss this unique opportunity.