Head of UK Transaction Services

HEAD OF TRANSACTION SERVICESBoutique Advisory FirmLocation: Midlands (East or West)Competitive Salary and BonusThis company is disrupting the market, and is now looking for a dynamic leader, who is committed to providing exceptional transaction advisory services to lower mid-market, owner-managed businesses (OMBs) and entrepreneurial ventures.

The Head of Transaction Services will play a pivotal role in driving business growth and developing a high-performing team across multiple UK locations (Manchester, Birmingham and London). This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven professional with an entrepreneurial mindset to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

The Head of Transaction Services will lead and manage transaction advisory engagements, providing financial due diligence and strategic insights. This role requires a passion for working with high-growth businesses and a strong focus on client relationship management and business origination.

Responsibilities Included

• Lead and manage financial due diligence engagements for acquisitions, disposals, and growth capital transactions.
• Provide strategic, value-driven advice to entrepreneurial clients, tailoring insights to their unique business models.
• Proactively identify and originate new business opportunities within the lower mid-market and OMB sectors.
• Build and lead a high-performing transaction services team, fostering an agile, deal-driven culture.
• Oversee transaction services operations across multiple UK locations, ensuring consistency and quality of service.

Skills and Attributes

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (Master's/MBA preferred).
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in transaction services, financial due diligence, or M&A advisory.
• Proven track record of deal origination and managing high-value transactions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage business owners and investors.
• Strong financial analysis, modelling, and valuation skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead and shape a national team within a growing sector.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse range of entrepreneurial clients.

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