Director - Transaction Services

Vacancy Name Director - Transaction Services Vacancy No VN1769 Employment Type Permanent Duration N/A Location City Manchester Location Country United Kingdom Company Description Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential. Description As we continue to scale our Corporate Finance offering, we are seeking a Transaction Services Director with the vision, authority and technical strength to elevate and lead our due diligence capability. You will be supported by an extensive regional network and the resources of a modern, forward-thinking advisory group.You will advise clients through complex and often transformational transactions, leading mandates delivered by our existing teams across the group and acting as central point of expertise and quality assurance whilst building a best-in-class financial due diligence function within Xeinadin. You’ll refine, standardise and strengthen processes, develop quality frameworks, and ultimately build and lead a dedicated TS team. Key Responsibilities Advisory Leadership Lead and advise our SME and OMB clients on a wide range of complex transactions, including disposals, mergers, acquisitions and platform builds (including PE Backed). Provide clear, commercially grounded recommendations throughout the deal. Manage relationships with business owners, investors, private equity houses and other stakeholders. Due Diligence Lead Act as the firm’s primary lead for financial due diligence engagements. Oversee scoping, planning, execution and reporting across multiple concurrent mandates. Strengthen our TS processes, methodologies, and outputs to deliver consistency and excellence group-wide. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and insight. Team & Capability Building Collaborate initially with existing diligence resource across the group, leading multidisciplinary teams on live engagements. Build and grow a dedicated TS team as the service line develops. Mentor and develop talent, instilling high professional standards and a collaborative, growth-minded culture. Commercial & Strategic Contribution Support business development, attend pitches, and help drive revenue growth in the Corporate Finance function. Contribute to broader strategic initiatives to strengthen our overall M&A offering. Key Requirements A highly experienced Transaction Services professional, typically ACA/ACCA qualified, with a strong background in financial due diligence. Demonstrable experience advising SME/OMB clients and handling complex, multi-stakeholder transactions. Additional Requirements Ambition, energy and a collaborative mindset aligned with Xeinadin’s entrepreneurial culture. Strong commercial judgement, communication skills and the ability to inspire confidence in clients. Model Hybrid Salary Competitive Benefits Benefits Company Pension Scheme 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum Business closure over Christmas* Life Assurance x4 annual salary Enhanced family leave policies Enhanced Company Sick Pay Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential Corporate Discounts Platform Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as: PMI single or family Critical Illness Cover Cash plan Cycle to work Eye care Dental subject to exceptions and business needs