Transaction Services Associate Director

If you are a commercially sharp financial due diligence professional looking to take the next step in a genuinely high-performing, partner-led environment, this could be an outstanding opportunity for you.

Our client is a well-regarded London-based advisory firm with a fast-growing Transaction Services practice. They are looking for an experienced Senior Manager to join a team that delivers commercially focused, insight-driven due diligence across a broad range of deal types. This is a visible, client-facing role with real scope for career progression for the right person.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading the delivery of high-quality, clearly structured financial due diligence reports on both buy-side and sell-side mandates
• Overseeing detailed analysis of historical and forecast trading performance, working capital, and cash flow dynamics
• Preparing and presenting compelling client proposals, including scope development
• Acting as a primary point of contact for clients and target management teams throughout the transaction process
• Managing client onboarding and the associated risk and compliance requirements
• Coordinating with lead advisers, lenders, and warranty and indemnity insurers, including relevant risk management responsibilities
• Working closely with M&A tax colleagues and other specialist advisory teams
• Recruiting, supervising, and developing junior members of the team
• Contributing to business development activity and building both internal and external networks

What We're Looking For

• A qualified accountant holding an ACA, CA, ACCA, or an internationally recognised equivalent
• At least four to five years of dedicated financial due diligence experience, gained within a specialist FDD team
• Solid working knowledge of quality of earnings analysis, the EV-to-equity bridge, and financial forecast review
• Experience working with both corporate and private equity clients across buy-side and sell-side transactions
• A thorough understanding of risk management, KYC processes, and the liability considerations typical within M&A transactions
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced deal environment

Nice to Have

• Experience reviewing completion accounts and sale and purchase agreements (SPAs)
• An awareness of value creation opportunities within a transaction context
• Existing relationships within the London deals market