Job title: Corporate Development Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Healthcare & Life Sciences
Salary: negotiable
Job published: 10/09/2025
Job ID: 104793

Job Description

M&A Manager – Pharma Services (Ireland)
PE-Backed Platform

The Opportunity
We’re working with a PE-backed Pharma Services platform in Ireland that is actively pursuing a buy-and-build strategy. This is a hands-on, execution-focused M&A role, reporting into a wider M&A team, and ideal for a corporate development or transaction advisory professional looking to step into an industry-facing role. You will gain broad exposure to the full deal lifecycle, including deal execution, due diligence, SPA negotiation, and post-deal integration, helping to drive the company’s growth strategy.

Responsibilities

  • Support execution of acquisitions, including LOI preparation, SPA negotiation, and due diligence coordination.

  • Conduct market and industry research, identifying acquisition opportunities and sector trends.

  • Prepare financial models, valuations, and investment papers to support decision-making.

  • Collaborate with internal and external teams, including advisors, finance, legal, and operations.

  • Contribute to integration planning and post-deal performance tracking.

  • Provide commercial input on deal strategy, structure, and terms to maximise value.

Your Profile

  • Degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field.

  • 3–6 years’ experience in M&A, corporate development, or transaction advisory.

  • Strong track record of deal execution in fast-paced environments, including experience with LOIs, SPAs, financial due diligence, and integration.

  • Excellent financial modelling, valuation, and analytical skills.

  • Commercially minded, proactive, and able to work effectively in a team environment.

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • Fluent English; other European languages a plus but not required.

Why This Role?
This is a unique opportunity to join a PE-backed Pharma Services platform in Ireland, working closely with an experienced M&A team. You’ll gain hands-on execution experience across the full deal lifecycle, contribute directly to the company’s acquisitive growth, and develop your career in a fast-growing, dynamic sector.