Deal Director MD Designate

Deal Director MD DesignateLondon based, but flexible working Competitive Salary, OTE £250K plus equity participationAn ambitious, rapidly growing successful PE SME acquirer seeks an experienced and ambitious standout Deal Director to help take the business to the next high level, by:- Overseeing the full lifecycle of acquisitions, handling aspects of the acquisitions process.- Taking ownership of building an acquisition "powerhouse". Key Responsibilities- Direct and execute successful acquisitions from early-stage negotiation, to signing of Heads of Terms through to completion.- Evaluate and advise on deal pricing and structure.- Manage and prioritise transaction pipelines, ensuring maximum throughput and value from initial negotiations to final close.- Develop scalable systems and processes to support rapid business growth.- Drive exponential expansion.Requirements and Experience- A leveraged finance banking background is highly desirable.- At least three years' hands-on experience in buyside MBI/MBO or comparable M&A transactions, whether as a principal, adviser, or funder. - Recognised accounting qualification.- In-depth understanding of buyside concerns, including working capital calculations, surplus cash analysis, and due diligence procedures.- Familiarity with debt providers (e.g., asset-based, cashflow, Private Credit, etc.) and their requirements e.g. covenant compliance; associated documentation.- Expertise in commercial and legal aspects of transactions, such as SPAs, shareholder agreements, vendor loan notes, covenants, options, and funding documents etc. - Strong analytical capabilities.- Demonstrated commercial judgment, negotiation prowess, and problem-solving ability.- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.- Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modelling.- Proven ability to deliver against tight deadlines.- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with business owners.- Confident networker, able to cultivate relationships with deal sources to generate acquisition opportunities.- Innovative mindset for structuring deals and fundraising.This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven professional to join an ambitious, fast-growing firm and its team, offering rapid advancement and significant financial upside.To express your interest in the Deal Director MD Designate position, please submit your application as directed.