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.