Reports to: CEO
Location: Manchester, UK
Salary: Up to £100k plus competitive executive package
Purpose of the Role
* The Mergers & Acquisitions Director (M&A) for the IES Group Business will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing acquisitions, joint ventures, and partnership opportunities to support the companys ambitious growth from £82m to £500m turnover pa. This role will focus on Asset Management and wider utility, energy, renewables and communication markets, ensuring that acquisitions and strategic investments align with the businesss long-term strategy and deliver sustainable value.
* The role will provide leadership and expertise across the full M&A lifecycle, from origination and due diligence through integration and post-acquisition value creation, collaborating closely with the Executive and Board & Investors to shape the future of the IES Group Business.
Key Responsibilities
* Support delivery of an Organic Merge & Acquisition strategy, with the capability to execute and integrate 15+ acquisitions per annum if required.
* Manage and prioritise a significant pipeline of potential transactions, ensuring effective execution in line with the companys growth objectives.
* Work closely with divisional management to identify, evaluate, and diligence acquisition opportunities.
Strategic Leadership
* Develop and deliver the M&A strategy for the IES Group Business, aligned with the companys ambition to grow to £500m turnover pa.
* Identify and assess acquisition, partnership, and investment opportunities across electricity and wider utilities.
* Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and Investment Board on M&A opportunities and risks.
M&A Execution
* Lead the end-to-end execution of M&A transactions, including valuation, due diligence, negotiation, and deal structuring.
* Collaborate with external advisors (legal, financial, regulatory) to ensure effective and compliant deal processes.
* Prepare and present business cases for approval by the Executive and Board.
Integration & Value Creation
* Oversee post-acquisition integration to ensure seamless transition and delivery of synergies.
* Work with operations, finance, and business support services to align acquired businesses with company culture, systems, and governance.
* Track and report on the delivery of expected benefits and financial returns from acquisitions.
Governance & Risk Management
* Ensure all transactions comply with corporate governance, legal, and regulatory requirements.
* Assess risks associated with potential acquisitions and provide recommendations for mitigation.
* Provide regular reports to the Executive and Investment Board on pipeline, deal progress, and integration outcomes.
Stakeholder Engagement
* Build and maintain strong relationships with potential target companies, investors, and industry stakeholders.
* Work closely with banks, advisors, and investors to support financing and structuring of deals.
* Act as a key representative of the company in M&A discussions and negotiations.
Key Skills & Experience
* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with divisional leadership teams to assess opportunities and drive due diligence processes.
* Proven ability to manage and prioritise a high-volume pipeline of opportunities, balancing strategic alignment with execution discipline.
* Strong financial modelling skills, with the ability to build, interpret, and challenge complex models to support valuations, business cases, and investment decisions.
* Extensive experience in mergers, acquisitions, and corporate development within utilities, infrastructure, or related industries.
* Strong track record of executing deals from origination through to integration, ideally with electricity sector exposure.
* Commercial and financial acumen, with experience in valuation, negotiation, and deal structuring.
* Understanding of regulatory and market frameworks in the electricity and wider utilities sector.
* Experience working with private equity, investment banks, and corporate advisors.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional integration programmes.
* Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills at Executive and Board level.
Key Measures of Success
* Successful identification and execution of acquisitions that support business growth to £500m turnover pa.
* Seamless integration of acquired businesses, delivering expected synergies and value creation.
* Positive feedback from the Board and investors on quality and impact of acquisitions.
* Strong pipeline of acquisition opportunities aligned to strategic objectives.
* Full compliance with governance, legal, and regulatory requirements in all transactions.
* Contribution to positioning the company as a leading Tier 1 player in the Asset Management sector and wider utility & Energy sector.