Corporate Finance Associate Director or Manager

Corporate Finance Manager or Associate Director is required to join a leading national advisory firm in Norwich. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced corporate finance professional looking to take the next step in their career with a firm that has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality advisory services to owner-managed businesses, private equity investors and corporate clients across the UK. You will play a leading role in delivering a wide variety of transactions, working closely with senior leadership while enjoying significant exposure to clients, deal execution and business development activities. The Role As a key member of the Corporate Finance team, you will lead transactions on a day-to-day basis, taking ownership of critical workstreams and helping to drive deals from initial engagement through to successful completion. Responsibilities will include: Managing corporate finance transactions and maintaining momentum against transaction timetables Working closely with Partners and Directors on a range of M&A and advisory assignments Preparing and reviewing business plans, financial forecasts and information memoranda Supporting clients throughout the transaction process and developing strong, trusted relationships Coordinating discussions with potential acquirers, investors and other stakeholders Assisting with business development initiatives, networking activities and pitch presentations Researching target companies, buyers and market opportunities Supervising, coaching and mentoring junior team members Ensuring compliance with risk management, regulatory and quality assurance procedures About You You will be ACA or ACCA qualified and possess a strong background within Corporate Finance, Transaction Services or Deal Advisory. Experience within the following will be required Experience leading key elements of corporate finance transactions Exposure to M&A, company sales, acquisitions or private equity transactions Strong financial modelling and analytical skills Excellent commercial awareness and an understanding of what drives business value Proven client-facing experience and relationship-building skills The ability to produce high-quality reports, presentations and client deliverables Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously A proactive approach to problem solving and identifying opportunitiesWhy Join? This firm offers the opportunity to work on high-profile and complex transactions within a collaborative, supportive and entrepreneurial environment. You will benefit from: Exposure to a diverse range of corporate finance assignments Direct access to senior decision-makers and leadership teams Genuine career progression opportunities A strong emphasis on professional development and continuous learning A collaborative culture that values expertise, integrity and innovation Competitive salary, bonus potential and an attractive benefits package Flexible and modern working practicesWhat Next? If you're currently working in Corporate Finance, Transaction Services, Deal Advisory or a related field and are looking for a role that offers greater responsibility, client exposure and long-term career progression please contact Cara at Hays or Apply now or contact Hays for a confidential discussion Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)