Corporate Finance Director

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact.As a TMT Sector Focused Corporate Finance Director, you will take responsibility for further developing the TMT M&A service line within Forvis Mazars through the delivery of a high-quality service across a range of clients (large corporates, privately owned businesses and private equity funds) , including advising on disposals, acquisitions, fundraisings and management buyouts. You will also have a key role to play in leading the development of the TMT offering across the UK firm (all lines of service) and globally as the new partner leading the TMT sector in M&A is also the leader of the sector for the firm in the UK and you will work closely with him to build and implement UK and Global firmwide strategy.Role & ResponsibilitiesBuild strong relationships with potential TMT clients and counterparties across a range of Private Equity funds, privately owned businesses and large corporates.Originate and lead deals, taking key role in executing transactions.Take a lead role in preparing and delivering pitches and proposals.Take a lead role in business development including networking and building relationships and identifying and targeting potential mandates.Responsible for preparing and reviewing transaction documentation and financial models – business plans, management presentations, information memorandum and financial forecasts.Take the lead role in project managing transactions, acting as a primary contact for the client and providing support and advice as required.Manage team members to deliver high quality output as well as ensuring that risk management procedures are adhered to and completed.The role holder will show vision and strategic perspective and will be focused on building the TMT M&A business and the wider TMT business (cross line of service) of the firm.Skills, Knowledge and ExperienceSector experience in UK TMT critical - ideally as an advisor as well as working directly in the TMT sector.Sector experience in Global TMT preferred.Qualified to ACA or ACCA (or equivalent).Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.Experience of running Corporate Finance lead advisory assignments.High level of commitment to and experience in business development.Existing network of contacts amongst TMT focused intermediaries and/or potential clients. A strong team player who understands the importance of developing a positive team spirit and enjoys working in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.Active desire to grow and develop the TMT M&A business.Active desire to grow and develop the UK and Global cross line of service TMT business of the firm.Ability to identify issues through sound analysis and application of commercial acumen in all situations.Ability to express ideas with authority and conviction throughout verbal and written communication.Ambition and keen to “make a difference” to clients and the firm.Ability to develop self and others.Appetite to grow and experience in managing, a teamDiversity, Equity & InclusionAt Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients.We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith.We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team members to reach their potential.At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.