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Senior M&A Associate

United Kingdom, London · Job Posted January 03, 2026
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We are seeking an accomplished Senior M&A Associate to join our growing team. Reporting directly to the Director of Corporate Development, this individual will play a pivotal role in leading the execution of our ambitious acquisition strategy. The role is ideal for someone with significant experience in corporate finance, consulting, or accountancy, who is ready to take ownership of complex M&A transactions and contribute strategically within a high-growth SaaS environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and manage end-to-end deal execution, including due diligence, financial analysis, valuation, and project management
  • Oversee and coordinate cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and timely delivery of key milestones across internal stakeholders and external advisors
  • Originate, evaluate, and prioritize new M&A opportunities, maintaining a robust and dynamic deal pipeline
  • Conduct in-depth market and target research, including industry mapping, competitor benchmarking, and commercial analysis
  • Build and maintain relationships with investment banks, legal advisors, consultants, and other external parties
  • Prepare and present investment cases, board materials, and recommendations for executive decision-making
  • Mentor and support junior team members, fostering knowledge sharing and professional development
  • Contribute to post-merger integration planning and execution as required

Requirements

  • 5–7 years’ experience in M&A or corporate finance, ideally within investment banks, boutique advisory firms, or Big 4 corporate finance teams (EY, PwC, Deloitte, KPMG)
  • Demonstrated track record of leading or playing a key role in successful M&A transactions, preferably in the technology or SaaS sector
  • Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills, with deep expertise in interpreting and analyzing financial statements
  • Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing materials for C-suite and board-level audiences
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • experience with financial databases and CRM tools is a plus
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have

  • Strategic thinker with strong commercial judgment and the ability to assess and articulate the value and risks of potential opportunities
  • Experience in post-merger integration or value creation initiatives
  • High energy, self-motivated, and proactive, with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
  • Experience mentoring or managing junior team members

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