SF Executive are partnered with a PE backed services organisation who are seeking an M&A Manager to join their team. The organisation has quite an impressive growth strategy to which this individual will play a key role.

The M&A Manager 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, and establish and maintain relationships with industry contacts
- Developing the group's M&A criteria and screen and evaluate targets before progressing to offer stage
- Managing the pipeline of acquisition opportunities using the group's CRM platform
- Leading and manage 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 develop financing proposal
- Developing and manage 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 Manager will ideally have an accounting background (ACA/ ACCA/ ACMA) and 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 with a high level of integrity, professionalism, and ethics.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and ambitious individual seeking the next step in their career towards becoming an M&A Director