Director, Transaction Diligence
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About the Role
Opportunity in a Big 4 firm.
This firm seeks a highly motivated individual with excellent problem-solving abilities, strong leadership qualities, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
This firm assists corporate and financial clients in achieving their strategic objectives, whether through acquisitions, divestitures, or capital raising. Their clientele ranges from UK-based entrepreneur-led businesses to large multinational corporations across various industries. Our assignments are often complex, necessitating collaboration across multiple disciplines and jurisdictions.
The primary focus of our work is due diligence, which involves evaluating a target company's financial health and business forecasts, identifying opportunities, risks, sensitivities, and potential mitigation strategies, and providing comprehensive reports and advice to our clients, their financial institutions, investors, and other stakeholders.
As a Director within the Transaction Diligence team, you will play a pivotal role in leading engagements focused on analysing the financial and operational performance of companies targeted for acquisition or sale. You will oversee project teams, establish strong internal connections within Transaction Diligence and other departments both domestically and internationally, and provide expert guidance to clients.
Your responsibilities will include understanding key business drivers, co-developing strategic approaches with clients, and delivering valuable insights and advice. You will manage teams, plan and monitor project progress, and ensure the delivery of high-quality reports, presentations, and client discussions. Additionally, you will support the development of junior team members, participate in business development initiatives, and contribute to the overall growth of the firm.
Qualifications and Skills:
- A minimum of 6 years of financial due diligence experience and 9 years of total professional experience
- Chartered Accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)
- Strong analytical, presentation, project management, and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage client accounts and build effective relationships at all levels
Preferred:
- Experience in client account management
- Counselling skills are an advantage