M&A Manager

Join one of the UK's fastest-growing private equity-backed technology groups.

At ClearCourse, we're building something extraordinary - a leading network of software and integrated payments companies that's transforming how businesses work across multiple sectors. Backed by private equity investment, our growth journey is powered by strategic M&A, and we're now looking for an exceptional M&A Manager to join our London-based team.

This is acareer-defining opportunity to be part of a high-performing, deal-driven environment where you'll help shape the future of a rapidly expanding tech and payments group.

About the Role

As anM&A Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and executing acquisition opportunities across the UK and Ireland - and occasionally internationally. You'll work closely with senior leadership, supporting every stage of the deal lifecycle, from origination to post-merger integration.

You'll combine sharp financial acumen with strong commercial judgment to deliver deals that accelerate growth, expand market presence, and create long-term value.

Key Responsibilities

Support the development and execution of ClearCourse's M&A strategy

Identify, assess, and manage acquisition opportunities in the software and payments sectors

Lead financial modelling, valuation analysis, due diligence, and deal execution

Partner with cross-functional teams (finance, legal, operations, tech) to ensure seamless transactions

Develop business cases and present insights to senior leadership and investors

Build and maintain relationships with advisors, founders, and key industry contacts

Track post-acquisition performance and contribute to integration success

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years' experience in M&A, corporate finance, investment banking, or private equity

Strong understanding of technology, SaaS, or fintech sectors

Expertise in financial modelling, valuation, and deal execution

Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills

A strategic mindset with a passion for value creation through acquisitions

Degree in Finance, Business, or related field (MBA, ACA, or CFA preferred)

Thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth, entrepreneurial environment

Why Join ClearCourse?

At ClearCourse, you'll join a team whereambition meets collaboration. We're a group of innovators, strategists, and dealmakers driving one of the UK's most active acquisition programmes. Every deal you deliver makes a tangible impact.

We offer:

Competitive salary + performance-related bonus

25 days holiday + your birthday off

Private medical insurance (Bupa) & health cash plan

Life assurance & income protection

Enhanced parental leave & family wellbeing support

Hybrid working model with London HQ base

If you're ready to make your mark in one of the most active and ambitious M&A environments in UK tech -apply now and help shape the next chapter of ClearCourse's success story.