Overview
Sowena Group has been retained on this unique opportunity to join a market-leading business advisory group at a pivotal stage in its growth journey. As Corporate Finance Director, you will have the opportunity to shape the financial strategy of a dynamic Group, influence key business decisions, lead a driven and ambitious CF team and play a central role in preparing the business for future private equity investment.
Head of Executive Research at Sowena Group
Corporate Finance Director – North West
Competitive base + high OTE potential — realistic opportunity to double earnings.
Role overview: The Corporate Finance Director will lead the Corporate Finance and Commercial teams and drive growth across M&A, exit planning, acquisitions, and deal origination. Reporting to the Managing Director and Chairman, this role is envisioned as a stepping stone toward a future opportunity to become Managing Director and position the business for a private equity exit or sale to a Business Service Group.
Responsibilities
* Lead, mentor, and expand the Corporate Finance and Commercial teams—focusing on coaching, deal making, mentoring, performance and recruitment where necessary.
* Develop and execute business development strategies to generate new mandates and deal flow across core sectors.
* Oversee the full transaction lifecycle: valuations, deal structuring, negotiations, due diligence, and closing.
* Harness proprietary sector and M&A data to develop insights, create thought leadership, and support client advising.
* Deliver financial targets, including revenue growth, EBITDA, and client satisfaction.
* Prepare the business for strategic scaling and contribute to exit readiness planning.
* Cultivate strong relationships with clients, private equity, and industry stakeholders.
Candidate Profile
* Extensive experience in corporate finance or M&A leadership roles.
* Demonstrated success in executing mid-market transactions and leading high-performing teams.
* Robust network with advisory, PE, and corporate clients.
* Strong strategic acumen with the ability to lead business growth and operational excellence.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills.
* Ambition to progress into an MD role and experience with PE exit strategy advantageous.
What’s on Offer
* Highly competitive base salary plus substantial incentive package linked to performance, growth, and successful transactions.
* Clear path toward Managing Director for the right individual — and the opportunity to lead the business toward a private equity exit or sale to a Business Services Group.
* Work alongside a seasoned Chairman, an experienced MD, and a talented corporate finance team at a firm that’s delivering on aggressive growth targets.
If you are a commercially focused finance leader with a passion for driving growth and operational excellence, then contact Perran or Gemma at Sowena Group to be considered or click apply.
Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Strategy/Planning
Industries
* Investment Advice
* Business Consulting and Services
* Accounting
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