Corporate Finance Assistant Director

Birmingham Permanent £70,000 - £85,000 per year View Job Description
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Corporate Finance professional to join a leading advisory firm as an Assistant Director in Birmingham. This role offers the chance to play a key role in deal execution, lead client relationships and progress towards Director level in a high-performing team.
  • Award winning Corporate Finance team
  • Career progression and increasing autonomy

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established corporate finance advisory boutique with a strong reputation for delivering mid-market transactions across the UK. The firm works closely with owner-managed businesses, private equity investors and corporates, providing tailored advice across M&A, disposals, acquisitions and strategic advisory engagements. With a growing Midlands presence, the team is looking to appoint an Assistant Director to support continued deal flow and expansion.

Job Description

  • Lead the execution of corporate finance transactions from initial mandate through to completion
  • Manage day-to-day client relationships, acting as a key point of contact for stakeholders
  • Support origination activity, including identifying and developing new business opportunities
  • Oversee financial modelling, valuation analysis and preparation of marketing materials
  • Mentor and develop junior team members, ensuring high-quality deliverables
  • Work closely with senior leadership on strategic assignments and complex deals



The Successful Applicant

  • Extensive experience within corporate finance, M&A or transaction services, preferably within a mid-market or advisory environment
  • Strong track record of leading or heavily contributing to successful deal execution
  • ACA, ACCA or CFA qualified (or equivalent)
  • Excellent financial modelling and analytical skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build lasting client relationships
  • Demonstrable experience in managing and developing junior staff
  • Ambition to progress into a Director-level role in the near term



What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary
  • Performance-related bonus structure
  • Birmingham-based role with hybrid working (typically 3-4 days in the office)
  • Clear progression pathway to Director level
  • Exposure to a strong pipeline of mid-market transactions
  • Opportunity to play a key role in the growth of the Midlands team



Contact
Alex Hunt
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6957600
Phone number
+44 121 634 6957

Job summary

Job function
Audit & Advisory
Subsector
Corporate Finance
Sector
Business Services
Location
Birmingham
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Alex Hunt
Consultant phone
+44 121 634 6957
Job reference
JN-022026-6957600