Corporate Finance Manager

Headford Capital

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About the Company We are a specialist corporate finance boutique based in Bristol, advising owner-managed businesses and SMEs on M&A, disposals, management buyouts, and capital raises . Typical deal sizes range from £5M£50M across sectors including logistics, manufacturing, technology, and business services.
We operate lean, high-performing teams. As a Corporate Finance Manager, youll take ownership of live transactions and work directly with clients from day one.

Role Overview As Corporate Finance Manager, you will lead the day-to-day execution of M&A and fundraising mandates, manage junior team members, and act as a key point of contact for clients and advisors. Youll also support origination and business development activities.

Key Responsibilities
Deal Execution Manage M&A and fundraising processes from mandate through to completion

Build and review financial models , valuations, and information memoranda

Coordinate due diligence, Q&A, and data room activity

Support negotiations and manage communication between buyers, sellers, and advisors

Client Management & Origination Maintain day-to-day client relationships on active mandates

Prepare pitch materials and proposals for new opportunities

Support partners with business development meetings and networking

Team Leadership & Compliance Supervise and mentor analysts/associates on modelling and research

Review junior work for accuracy and commercial logic

Ensure all work meets internal standards and FCA compliance requirements

Person Specification Essential 35 years experience in corporate finance, M&A, transaction services, or investment banking

Strong financial modelling and valuation skills (DCF, multiples, LBO basics)

Experience managing parts of a deal process and client communication

Degree (2:1 or above) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Based in or commutable to Bristol office-based role (5 days/week)

Desirable ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CFA (qualified or part-qualified)

Experience with debt advisory, MBOs, or private equity processes

Package & Benefits £50,000 base salary

Annual performance bonus linked to deal completions and origination

Typical OTE bonus: £20,000£50,000

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Employer pension contribution

Professional qualification support

Clear progression path to Director level

Small, commercially focused team with high deal exposure and low bureaucracy

Why Work in Aztec West Aztec West is one of Bristols leading business parks, offering excellent M4/M5 access, onsite parking, and a strong concentration of HQ and private-equity-backed businesses. xwzovoh
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a short summary of a deal youve worked on to craig(at)headfordgroup(dot) com - Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.