Company Overview:
This role sits within one of the fastest-growing M&A businesses in the UK, supporting a diverse network of Private Equity firms, High Net Worth individuals, corporate acquirers, and Family Offices. The company provides expert advisory and transactional support to buyers seeking strategic acquisitions across multiple sectors
Job Summary:
The Business Development Manager (Buyer Services) is a newly created, high-impact role responsible for managing relationships with active acquirers, understanding their investment criteria, and working internally with the New Business Team to source suitable acquisition opportunities. The role also includes supporting early-stage negotiations between buyers and business owners
Responsibilities:
Engage and manage relationships with active acquirers including Private Equity firms, HNWIs, Corporate acquirers, and Family Offices
Understand buyer acquisition goals, mandates, target sectors, investment parameters, and strategic fit
Work closely with the New Business Team to identify relevant acquisition opportunities
Act as a liaison between buyers and their internal deal teams to coordinate communication and facilitate introductions
Support early negotiation discussions where required, including expectations around valuation, structure, and timelines.
Maintain accurate buyer pipelines and activity logs within the CRM system.
Provide updates to management on buyer engagement, deal progression, and pipeline performance
Proactively source opportunities through internal data, inbound opportunities, and market insights.
What you will bring:
Career-focused, driven, and highly motivated self-starter
Strong B2B sales or business development experience (3+ years)
Excellent communication skills and confidence when interacting with senior-level stakeholders
Ability to build rapport and manage long-term buyer relationships
Strong organisational skills with disciplined follow-up and CRM management
Experience working with Private Equity, Investment Directors, or Corporate Acquirers (desirable but not essential)
market insights.
What you will receive:
Attractive base salary and performance-based bonus structure (OTE £50,000+)
Opportunities for career development within a high-growth M&A organisation
Exposure to active dealmaking and senior investment professionals
Training, mentoring, and development resources
Collaborative and ambitious team environment
This is a rare opportunity to join a high-growth M&A organisation in a newly created, strategically important role. The Business Development Manager will play a central part in supporting buyers, sourcing deals, and helping shape the future of the acquisitions division
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent. 36 hours per week.
Benefits:
Company pension
On-site parking
Work Location: In person - you will be based at our offices on Navigation Way, Ashton-on-Ribble, Preston. PR2 2YP
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