Job Description

Job Title: M&A Deal Lead
Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid/Flexible)
Sector: Wealth Management / Financial Services

Company Overview:
A highly acquisitive, PE-backed wealth management business is seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial M&A Deal Lead to support its ambitious growth strategy. With a strong pipeline of opportunities and a proven track record of successful acquisitions, the company is looking for a commercially minded professional to play a key role in driving future deals.

Role Summary:
The M&A Deal Lead will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic acquisitions across the UK market. This is a hands-on role suited to a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about building value through M&A.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the full lifecycle of M&A transactions, from origination through to integration.
• Source and assess acquisition targets aligned with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Manage relationships with external advisors, brokers, and target businesses.
• Conduct financial modelling, valuation analysis, and due diligence.
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and integration.
• Support post-deal performance tracking and optimisation.

Candidate Profile:

• ACA qualified, with strong financial and analytical skills.
• Prior experience in a PE-backed environment, ideally within financial services or wealth management.
• Proven track record of leading M&A transactions independently.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, results-driven approach.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

What the Company Offers:

• The opportunity to shape and influence the M&A strategy of a fast-growing business.
• A collaborative and agile working environment.
• Competitive remuneration and performance-based incentives.