M&A Origination Specialist

5 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Connect Corporate Finance Full time

M&A Deal Origination Role at Connect Corporate Finance

We are searching for an experienced Deal Origination Professional to join our M&A origination team at Connect Corporate Finance. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as a team player.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify and Assess Potential Targets: Proactively identify and assess potential target investment companies to support pipeline management.
  • Market Mapping and Research: Map and research markets relevant to a client's acquisition criteria.
  • Highlight Potential Targets and Shareholders: Highlight potential targets and shareholders and assess their fit for the client.
  • M&A Prospect Reports: Prepare M&A prospect reports highlighting key characteristics.
  • Outreach and Client Support: Lead the outreach to prospective targets, supporting the lead advisor throughout, and meet prospective clients/business owners.
  • Deal Team Support: Support the deal team with research and meeting preparation, and maintain databases to support overall business performance.
  • Transaction Execution: Provide research information to support transaction execution, and prepare presentations for management team meetings.

Requirements:

  • Deal Origination Experience: Knowledge of deal origination/business development is highly desirable.
  • Academic Achievements: Evidence of academic achievement – a degree is strongly preferred.
  • Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
  • Organisational Skills: Excellent organisational skills, including prioritisation, scheduling, and time management.
  • Ability to Work Independently and as a Team Player: The ability to work independently and as a team player is essential.

This is a challenging and rewarding role for a motivated, self-starter who is looking to take their career to the next level. If you are a commercial and proactive individual with strong communication and interpersonal skills, we would love to hear from you.



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