M&A Manager (North) – KPMG UK
About the Role
KPMG's Corporate Finance practice has an industry‑leading reputation for delivering forward‑thinking, objective advice to our UK and global client base. We have a proven track record of closing successful deals for some of the world’s largest corporations, financial institutions and governments, and we are the leading mid‑market M&A adviser in the UK, Europe and beyond.
Job Details
* Location: Leeds
* Capability: Advisory
* Experience Level: Manager
* Type: Full Time
* Service Line: Corporate Finance
* Contract Type: Permanent
Responsibilities
* Manage M&A projects, acting as day‑to‑day point of contact for clients.
* Lead client interfaces, managing all phases of the transaction cycle and deal execution.
* Produce marketing documentation, pitch materials and client proposals.
* Direct and review junior colleagues, analysts and support staff on M&A transactions.
* Coach and contribute to the development of junior team members.
* Set, monitor and control project budgets, billing and reporting.
* Support business development efforts, including pitching for new work.
Experience & Background
* Relevant corporate finance experience in an investment bank, property consultancy, a Big 4, mid‑tier or private equity firm.
* Significant transactional experience with a demonstrable track record of deal execution across all phases, particularly sell‑side transactions.
* Ideally experience working on transactions involving private equity.
* Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects against tight timelines.
* Personal drive and integrity to deliver results within tight deadlines.
* Commitment to high quality standards and a detail‑oriented approach.
* Independent thinker who identifies problems and develops solutions.
* Comfortable discussing financially related commercial issues.
* Proficiency in financial modelling, including LBO & DCF analysis.
* Strong academic background and numerical, analytical and strategic thinking skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Personable team player capable of building confidence and trust with colleagues and clients.
* Ability to develop strong relationships with clients and market multipliers.
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