Associate Director, Manchester

The Opportunity As an Associate Director/Experienced Manager, you will act as a key interface between clients, internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring projects are delivered with precision, insight and exceptional client service. Youll shape deal execution, information memorandums and strategic input, while managing multiple stakeholders.This is a hands on role suited to an ambitious individual seeking progression within a fast growing, entrepreneurial advisory environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the execution of transactions (M&A, disposals, fundraising, buy-outs/ins, growth capital, private equity). Oversee financial modelling, valuation, due diligence and transaction structuring. Prepare and review high-quality materials (information memoranda, financial analysis, pitch documents, board reports), which articulate complex financial outputs clearly for clients and stakeholders.Build and maintain strong, trusted client and adviser relationships. Lead project teams, manage workstreams, and coordinate with external advisers (tax, legal, commercial, financial). Drive origination and business development, supporting the growth of the practice. Mentor, develop, and supervise junior team members, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.Report to Directors/Partners, providing clear recommendations and commercial insight. Ensure delivery standards, compliance, and quality control throughout each engagement. The role can be based from our Leedsor Manchester About You Professional qualification (ACA/ACCA/ICAS or equivalent) with 3+ years post-qualification experience in corporate finance, transaction services, or advisory.Proven track record of successful deal execution (buy-side and sell-side) in a professional services environment. Proven ability to prepare and present high-quality client deliverables. Advanced technical skills: ideally with experience of financial modelling, valuations, and analytical review. Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to influence at senior levelsTPBN1_UKTJ