A private equity-backed services business operating across the UK, delivering essential building maintenance and retrofit solutions to the public sector, is seeking to appoint a Senior Corporate Finance Manager to support its next phase of growth.
Job title: Senior Corporate Finance Manager
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: London (Hybrid, with occasional UK travel)
Start Date: Immediate or 3 months
Base Salary: £80,000–£100,000 + bonus and benefits (dependent on experience)
JN: 32146
Overview
This is a high-growth, PE-backed platform undergoing rapid expansion through both organic initiatives and a targeted acquisition strategy. With a strong operational footprint and a clear value creation plan, the business is seeking to strengthen its corporate finance capability to support M&A execution, strategic decision-making, and investor engagement.
Role summary
Reporting into senior leadership, this is a high-visibility role with exposure to board-level stakeholders, investors, and external advisers. The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving M&A activity, supporting transaction readiness, and delivering insightful financial analysis to underpin strategic decisions and long-term value creation.
Key Responsibilities
M&A and Corporate Development
- Support buy-side M&A activity, including financial modelling, valuation and due diligence processes
- Develop and manage a pipeline of acquisition targets aligned with strategic priorities
- Coordinate with external advisers and internal stakeholders throughout transaction execution
- Contribute to integration planning and post-deal performance tracking
Transaction Preparation (Sell-Side Readiness & Buyside )
- Prepare high-quality investor materials, including financial data packs, presentations and data room content
- Ensure the accuracy and consistency of financial and operational information
- Collaborate cross-functionally to gather and validate key business data
Market and Competitor Analysis
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis across relevant sectors
- Develop actionable insights to support M&A and strategic initiatives
- Produce benchmarking and industry intelligence to inform decision-making
Strategic Finance and Reporting
- Deliver clear, insightful financial analysis for senior leadership and board reporting
- Translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations
- Support refinancing activities and engagement with lenders and investors
- Monitor and analyse key performance indicators and internal metrics
To Be Suitable
- Strong financial modelling and valuation capability, ideally gained in M&A, corporate finance, transaction services or investment banking
- Demonstrable experience supporting transactions or strategic finance initiatives
- Highly analytical with strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Sector experience within infrastructure, construction, housing or services is advantageous but not essential
- Commercial mindset, proactive approach, and ability to operate in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, PE-backed platform in a role offering significant exposure to strategic decision-making and high-profile transactions. The position offers clear progression potential and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and ambitious organisation.
Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to all unsuccessful candidates.
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