Corporate Finance Manager (North) Manchester, England
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Location: Manchester
Capability: Deal Advisory
Experience Level: Manager
Type: Full Time
Service Line: CF - M&A
Contract type: Permanent
Job description
KPMG's Corporate Finance practice has an industry-leading reputation for delivering forward thinking and objective advice for our UK and global client base, as well as an envied track record in closing successful deals. Together, our firm's Corporate Financiers have advised on or arranged critical and sensitive equity and debt transactions for some of the world's largest corporations, financial institutions and governments.
KPMG is the leading mid-market M&A adviser in the UK, Europe and globally. Revenue growth means we are in the market for recruiting top talent, who are keen to contribute to the ongoing success of the business.
The Team
You will work on the origination and execution of lead advisory mandates in the mid-market and specialise within the North to help financial services, corporate and private equity clients across different sectors and coverage areas to achieve their strategic objectives of buying or selling their company from initial strategic review to successful completion. This is an ideal opportunity for candidates to join a growing and ambitious team as a sector specialist.
The business has significant growth ambitions, through continued deep sector expertise and delivering the highest quality deal execution.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Manage M&A projects (with support from and reporting into Associate Director/ Director / Partner) including being the day-to-day point of contact for clients.
- Actively managing client interfaces taking responsibility for managing all phases of the transaction cycle and deal execution.
- Leading and managing the delivery of marketing documentation, as well as pitch materials and client proposals
- Directing and managing junior colleagues, analysts and support staff on M&A transactions, including reviewing their work
- Coaching and contributing to the development of junior team members
- Set, monitor and control M&A project budgets, billing and other reporting requirements
- Taking responsibility for, and proactively assisting business development efforts, including pitching for new work
Experience & Background
- Extensive corporate finance experience in an investment bank, property consultancy, Big 4 or mid-tier or private equity firm
- Significant transactional experience with a demonstrable track record of deal execution across all phases of the deal lifecycle from origination through to completion, particularly sell side transactions
- Ideally experience of working on transactions involving private equity
- Strong project management skills
- Ability to work on a range of projects simultaneously to demanding timetables
- Personal drive and integrity to deliver results within tight deadlines
- Commitment to high quality standards and a detail-oriented approach
- Independent thinker with the ability to identify problems and contribute to the development of solutions
- Comfortable discussing financially related commercial issues.
- Financial modelling including LBO & DCF analysis
- Strong academic background
- Strong numerical, analytical and strategic thinking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Personable team player with the ability to create confidence and trust with both colleagues and clients
- Able to build and develop strong relationships with clients and multipliers in the market
Our Commitment to you
Across our UK business, we draw strength from our differences and celebrate new perspectives and life experiences. At KPMG we understand that a good work/life balance is important so we can offer a number of flexible working options. If you are looking to return after an extended break, we offer support and guidance so you can continue your career. So, no matter what your needs we can help you to succeed.
Why Deal Advisory at KPMG?
We partner with our clients to give them the confidence to make key decisions for their business. It's all about blending our deep sector expertise with our execution skills. Whilst we operate within a robust framework, we'll ensure you have the autonomy you need to shape the strategies behind our clients' decisions and help influence their successes.
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