Job Description
Butler Rose is delighted to be partnering with a highly acquisitive, UK-centric organisation in the search for a talented Mergers & Acquisitions Manager. Our client is a market-leading business with operations nationwide and an impressive growth strategy driven by strategic acquisitions. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced accountant with a strong track record in M&A to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team and make a tangible impact on the company's continued expansion.
The Role
This position offers exposure across the full deal lifecycle, managing transactions from initial engagement through to completion and post-acquisition integration. You will play a key role in deal execution, initially focusing on deals sub £1m, while supporting larger strategic acquisitions.
Key Responsibilities Include
* Leading the execution of live deals, from Heads of Terms through to legal completion.
* Coordinating cross-functional due diligence teams including HR, finance, IT, legal and operational stakeholders.
* Collaborating with financial analysts on the development of deal models.
* Supporting post-deal integration in partnership with the Integration Manager.
* Liaising with external legal advisors, negotiating deal documentation (SPA, APA, HOTs etc.).
* Preparing investment reports and presenting findings to senior leadership.
* Assisting with renegotiation and risk mitigation during the deal process.
Person Spec
* ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualification.
* At least three years of relevant experience in corporate finance, private equity, investment banking or consulting.
* A proven track record of executing M&A transactions.
* Strong financial modelling and due diligence experience.
* Familiarity with legal frameworks and compliance in M&A activity.
* Highly organised with an ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
* Resilient, driven and solutions-oriented.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a fast-growing business where your expertise will be valued and your career truly accelerated. The successful candidate will benefit from excellent visibility, senior stakeholder engagement, and a clear development path within an ambitious and well-capitalised organisation.
We're expecting a high level of interest in this role. To explore this opportunity further, please apply to the advert, or contact Anthony Tait for a confidential conversation on or via email at a. tait @ butlerrose. com.
Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.