Associate Directors

Job ID: 22008Location: London, UKPosted: 2026-10-27DescriptionThese roles will sit close to the Partners and play an important part in supporting them as they manage and scale the business. The successful candidate will work across the full lifecycle of buy-side and sell-side transactions, engaging directly with shareholders, management teams and senior stakeholders, while also contributing to the development of the firm’s M&A platform as it continues to expand.The roles offer a balance of execution and leadership. You will lead transaction workstreams, oversee financial modelling and valuations, and take responsibility for the preparation of high-quality client materials.

You will be supported by Analysts within the firm, allowing you to focus on higher-value activities, client interaction and deal progression. You will also work alongside the Partners in managing junior team members, coordinating external advisers and driving mandates through to completion.SkillsCandidates for these Associate Director roles are expected to be operating at Senior Manager or Associate Director level within M&A, corporate finance or transaction advisory, with strong technical capability and the commercial judgement required to operate effectively in a client-facing advisory role. Experience advising technology-enabled or high-growth businesses would be advantageous, though not essential.

A collaborative mindset, strong communication skills and a genuine interest in helping build a growing advisory business will be key.This opportunity is well suited to an M&A professional seeking increased responsibility, closer exposure to Partners and decision-making, and a clear progression path within a firm where growth, autonomy and long-term development are actively encouraged.ApplyTo apply for these Associate Director roles, please press the apply button.Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience matches the requirements of our client. We are sorry, but if you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.Walker Hamill has been a specialist finance and strategy recruiter for approaching 40 years. We have an extensive client group, including major multinational listed organisations, private equity backed businesses and privately owned companies.

We recruit across all sectors and have particularly strong client relationships in property/real estate, family office, media, technology, leisure and business services.