About Headford Capital
Headford Capital is a boutique corporate finance advisory firm based in Aztec West, Bristol. We support owner-managed businesses and SMEs across the South West and UK on mergers, acquisitions, disposals, and capital raises, typically in the £5M£50M range.
You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.
Were deal-driven, sector-agnostic, and hands-on. You wont be stuck in pitch decks youll run live transactions and work directly with business owners from day one.
Role Purpose
The Managing M&A Advisor leads both deal execution and origination. Youll manage a portfolio of mandates, run client relationships, and guide junior analysts. This is a client-facing, office-based role requiring strong commercial judgement, technical capability, and the ability to close.
Key ResponsibilitiesDeal Execution
* Lead end-to-end M&A processes: IM creation, buyer targeting, management presentations, data room, negotiation, SPA completion
* Oversee financial modelling, valuation, and commercial analysis
* Coordinate due diligence with legal, accounting, and specialist advisors
* Drive deals to completion against agreed timelines and fee budgets
Client & Origination
* Manage senior client relationships from mandate through to completion
* Identify and convert new opportunities via networking, referrals, and targeted outreach
* Deliver proposals and pitches to business owners and boards
* Build relationships with PE firms, lenders, and strategic buyers
Team & Operations
* Supervise and develop Analysts/Associates
* Maintain deal documentation in line with FCA and internal compliance standards
* Contribute to internal process improvements and marketing content
What Were Looking ForEssential
* 5+ years experience in corporate finance, M&A, transaction services, or investment banking
* Proven deal execution experience from LOI to completion
* Strong financial modelling and valuation skills (DCF, LBO, multiples)
* Excellent communication skills and confidence in boardroom environments
* 2:1 degree or above in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field
* Based in or willing to relocate to Bristol (office-based, 5 days/week)
Desirable
* ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CFA qualification
* Sector exposure in logistics, manufacturing, TMT, or business services
* Existing network of PE houses, lenders, and business owners in the South West
Package
* Base Salary: £50,000
* Bonus: Annual PRP bonus linked to deal completion and origination (typical OTE £10k£30k)
* Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension, paid professional memberships, clear progression to Director/Partner
* Culture: Small team, low politics, high deal exposure. Youll be client-facing from week one.
Why Aztec West, Bristol
Aztec West is one of the South Wests leading business hubs, offering excellent M4/M5 access, on-site parking, and proximity to HQs and PE-backed businesses placing you right where the deals happen.
How to Apply
Send your CV and a brief note outlining 12 deals youve led to the email address provided.Applications reviewed weekly. Interviews held on a rolling basis. xsngvjr Right to work in the UK required (no sponsorship available).