We are proud to be partnering with one of the largest conglomerate companies, with global reach, to find a high performing corporate development professional who is looking for their next venture,  to join them as Senior Manager of Corporate Development within the UK based team. 

The role will report into the Director of Corporate Development and will offer this individual the opportunity to take full responsibility for their own workload. Ideally this position will suit an individual with 5-7years of experience within the Healthcare sector. As part of the role, you will be responsible for the due diligence and financial analysis of proposed transactions as well as the more strategic aspects, monitoring competitive landscapes. 

The team are looking to bring in a driven individual who will aim to lead on some of the smaller transactions, adding value from day 1. 

**An excellent opportunity to join one of the most highly acquisitive companies, offering high visibility and a great progression route**

Phipps Cameron are delighted to be partnering with a fast growing PE backed scale up, SAAS business in Central London who are looking to recruit a Finance Director on a permanent basis.

The Finance Director will have overall responsibility of the strategic direction of the business by providing full financial oversight of the long term growth objectives and plans and working closely and in tangent with the CFO and executive team.

The Finance Director will take responsibility for leading the finance function and working closely with FP&A and partnering with the Senior leadership team.

The role will be responsible for leading the finance team, monitoring business performance, delivering key financial information to the business and making progress on tactical and strategic initiatives in line with the company’s ambitious growth plans.

The Finance Director will be directly responsible for the following:

• Financial reporting and controls
• Cash flow management
• Forecasting and budgeting with FP&A team
• Managing risk
• Driving cost savings with Procurement
• People & Talent Management
• System implementation including migrating Financial Systems to Netsuite

Key Experience:

• Qualified Accountant in ACA/ACCA or CIMA
• A strong background of excellent leadership skills in a similar capacity and experience of leading a growing finance function
• Previous experience in a Finance Director capacity or acting as a number 1/2 in a finance division
• Experience working for a PE/VC backed business ideally within the SAAS/Software/TMT or Consumer market
• Experience recruiting, managing and motivating a growing finance team
• Strong systems experience, ideally with Netsuite and Adaptive

If you are interested in this role please do not hesitate to apply today.

CFO

Central London

Real Estate

£170-200k + Bonus + LTIP

We are pleased to be exclusively partnered with a well established Real Estate Development business on the appointment of their new CFO. The business has gone from strength to strength in recent times due to its solid model and basis in resilient asset classes. They are now looking to bolster their leadership team with the addition of a dynamic, capable and commercial CFO to steer the business through its next exciting phase.

The CFO will assume ownership of the Finance function along with associated responsibilities from a Reporting & Accounting perspective, but will also partner with the CEO on further commercial initiatives such as debt raising and investment decision making.

Some key day to day responsibilities include:

• Oversight of Finance team, ensuring that all statutory and management accounts are delivered accurately and on time along with all business planning, budgeting & forecasting.
• Management of all SPVs and associated tasks, with consistent review to ensure all statutory requirements and obligations are met
• Responsibility for regulatory reporting matters including carbon reporting, statutory filings, registration of overseas companies etc.
• Oversight and regular review of corporate structure including setting up/winding up companies, dealing with and updating share registers/certificates etc.
• Review and necessary improvements of financial control processes
• SPV sales / acquisitions - financial input to the process and to completions
• Sourcing and putting in place debt and advising on optimal capital structures for deals with a need to build and maintain relationships with debt and equity partners
• Various further ad hoc tasks

To be considered a candidate should be/have:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• An established CFO within the Property Development space
• Strong leadership skills and experience of managing a team
• Experience of running international subsidiaries and dealing working with foreign currencies

Ideal: Banking + Corporate M&A

Min 5-8 years experience

Remote is OK, but also local in Duesseldorf or Barcelona is OK

+ Pharma experience

Comp target is

85k +14k 

So we will need to keep in mind how that compares to banker salaries, location, etc.

I think found last time a relocation from London is a tough one unless it is a local person wanting to go back to Spain (or Germany)

We could flex a bit depending on profile

Interview Process

1- VC w Charles Morris 

2- HR team (standardised interview)

3- Case Study 

4- CFO meeting 

5 - meeting with Permira 

We are pleased to be partnered with a rapidly growing Construction business as they look to elevate one of their key divisions with the addition of a talented Finance Director. The business has recently gone through a key period of transformation to ensure they are on the front foot for the coming years.

The Finance Director will be a pivotal part of the leadership team, acting alongside the MD to steer the business going forward. The right candidate will be an outgoing and charismatic individual with the ability to build and maintain the division’s reputation both internally and externally.

Some key responsibilities include:

• Work alongside the board to produce strategic and financial business plans
• Ensuring budgets and monthly forecasts are delivered in a timely and accurate manner
• Strategic reviews of site acquisitions and development opportunities
• Management of the Finance team
• Acting as key point of contact for external auditors
• Delivering regular reviews of key assumptions, opportunities and risks on a division-wide and project level
• Oversight of all period end processes, closes and reporting/analysis
• Working with Group team to ensure best processes are in place and strategic goals are aligned
• Management of cash forecasts and working capital
• Preparation and review of monthly finance board papers to present
• Working alongside and managing JV partners to ensure effective delivery of projects.

To be considered a candidate should be/have:

• Qualified Accountant, preference for ACA but ACCA & CIMA considered.
• Experience in Construction/adjacent sectors
• Effective Leadership and Business Partnering skills
• Proactive and problem-solving mindset

This is a fantastic opportunity for an established Finance Director to take on an exciting and ever-evolving remit.

Phipps Cameron are working with a fast-growing PE backed business in the insurance sector who are looking for a Corporate Development Manager to join the team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual to gain strong hands-on deal experience in a business with an ambitious growth strategy.

We are looking for candidates who have experience within the insurance or wider FIG market within investment banking, corporate finance, or transaction services. Candidates with existing in-house experience are also invited to apply!

Corporate Development Manager

• To support, and lead aspects of, origination & execution of Corporate Development and Mergers & Acquisitions opportunities, in line with the businesses corporate and financial strategy.

Origination and strategy / corporate development

• Identify, articulate, develop, and evaluate new business opportunities, both in-footprint and out-of-footprint, working in a team environment and collaborating with our Executive team and other key stakeholder groups.
• Develop clear recommendations, including writing “M&A investment thesis” materials covering strategic, financial and execution considerations, and confidently articulate / present these materials.
• Evaluate, critique, and stress test Business Plan analysis that has been produced by commercial, strategy or finance teams.
• Develop financial models & analysis, as well as associated valuation and returns analysis, providing objectivity and rigour to the assessment of opportunities.
• Remain abreast of key industry developments, including current / rumoured M&A situations, and prepare succinct exec briefing where required.

M&A deal execution

• Advise on optimal deal structure / negotiating strategy to reflect strategic objectives and the dynamics of the situation.
• Drive progress on transactions, including managing the overall process.
• Incorporate inputs from due diligence teams, in order to identify & flag risks in legal documents / SPA and apply judgement as to the best way to address such risks.
• Contribute towards principal-to-principal transaction negotiations with external counterparties, either in a leading or supporting role.
• Alongside internal and external legal counsel, be responsible for reviewing SPAs, Shareholders’ Agreements, and other legal transaction documents.

Experience

• M&A Transactional experience backed up by strong educational qualifications (ACA or equivalent preferred)
• Previous exposure the insurance sector (distribution, life or reinsurance) is advantageous or wider exposure to the FIG market is preferred.
• Experience in a corporate finance advisory, transaction services, or in-house corporate environment preferred.
• Experience in navigating legal documents and positions on M&A transactions is essential.

We are partnering with a private equity backed software business who are looking for an ambitious and forward thinking French or German speaking VP of M&A to support the SVP of Corporate Development.

As the Vice President of M&A for your region you will be the go-to-person for strategy development, target identification, deal sourcing, investment thesis development, financial modelling, management of due diligence workstreams, deal negotiations, closing transactions and facilitating a smooth transfer to the business unit and integration team.  Everything from research to closing to post-integration and everything in between. 

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and executing mid-market software acquisitions across Europe.
• Building acquisition case, including acquisition strategy and oversight of a financial model.
• Presenting to C Suite and PE investors.

Characteristics

• Self-starter.  Highly motivated individual, driven to succeed.
• Charismatic with a positive, can-do outlook. 

Must have

• Native French or native German language
• Very strong English language, including written
• A track record of success in a mid-market, software/technology Corporate Development role

Reporting into SVP of M&A with close working relationships across Regional Presidents, CEO, CFO and Legal.

Compensation is circa £150,000 + bonus + equity.

We are currently working with one of the largest healthcare companies, who are looking to add to their team, by bringing in a Corporate Development Associate. 

This role will play a pivotal part in supporting to identify, analyse and manage transactions globally across the company, including building extensive financial valuations, managing due diligence processes and efficiently transitioning closed transactions to the Integration Project Management Office.

Within this role, the individual will have the opportunity to work within a number of different product sectors and focuses across Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine,  Advanced Wound Care and ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat).Reporting directly to the VP of Corporate Development, the role also offers excellent visibility to Senior leadership across the company.The right individual for this role will have advanced skills in financial and data analysis, strong written and communication skills, and preferably experience or understanding of IFRS accounting standards. If this is something that you or anyone within your network could be interested in, please reach out directly or apply via the website. 

This is an exciting time to join a busy team, offering longevity and an opportunity to further your understanding of the challenges larger businesses face. 

** Unfortunately this role will NOT be able to offer any sponsorship**

A unique opportunity to join a new ESG venture for a large well known global business within the life sciences industry. Looking for a Corporate Development Manager to join the business to help grow and expand the rapidly flourishing listed business and join an extremely driven and strategic senior leadership team.

The role will allow the successful candidate can be an integral forming member of this team within the new business with the opportunity to create impact by working on exciting inorganic growth activities and working closely with senior stakeholders.

You will be able to demonstrate a track record and exposure to deal processes from beginning to end. Ideally focusing on ESG and sustainability but could be manufacturing or Industrials led businesses. A scientific mindset and background would be prioritized however we are very interested and open to speaking to relevant sector experience from In-house, Investment banking, Corporate Finance or Transaction services between 5-9 years of experience.

If this sounds like an enticing opportunity please apply to learn more!

“A unique opportunity to play an integral role in a spin off ESG business in a leading player in the life sciences industry with great funding for expansion”