SF Executive are partnered with a PE backed professional services organisation who are seeking an M&A Director to join their senior management team. The organisation has quite an impressive growth strategy, to which this individual will play a key role.
The M&A Director will be responsible for the following:
* Implementing the group’s M&A strategy in alignment with the group's overall business objectives and growth plans
* Identifying potential acquisition targets that align with the group's strategic goals and values; establishing and maintaining relationships with industry contacts
* Develop the group’s M&A criteria. Screen and evaluate targets before progressing to the offer stage
* Managing the pipeline of acquisition opportunities using the group’s CRM platform
* Leading and managing the due diligence process, including financial, legal, and operational assessments of target businesses
* Overseeing all aspects of the M&A transaction process, from initial engagement to closing and post-acquisition integration
* Leading financial modelling and valuation analysis, and developing financing proposals
* Developing and managing integration plans to ensure seamless transition and alignment of acquired firms with the group’s operations and culture
* Preparing and presenting regular reports to senior management on the progress, challenges, and outcomes of M&A activities
* Preparing investment papers for the board and the investor as required
The successful M&A Director will have significant experience in M&A, corporate finance, corporate acquisitions, or private equity, preferably within people-based service businesses. You will have excellent communication skills accompanied by a high level of integrity, professionalism, and ethics.
The ideal candidate will be Midlands-based; however, due to the flexible nature of the role, relevant candidates who reside outside of the Midlands are also encouraged to apply.