Corporate Development/ M&A ManagerWe are exclusively mandated by a PE-backed software and services company seeking to appoint a Corporate Development Manager. The company has grown significantly in recent years and is being backed by its investors to expand further, much of which is likely to be through acquisitions.The role:Contribute to all parts of the execution process, eventually leading your own dealsLead due diligence work-streamsWork with internal teams to mitigate risks and prepare integration plansPrepare board papers Assist in negotiating legal documentsSource and screen new M&A targets.Assist in negotiating and preparing LOIs.Requirements:Minimum 4 years’ experienceQualified accountant with experience in Transaction Services (FDD)Experience with business services or software businesses is ideal, but not a pre-requisiteStrong understanding of the M&A deal lifecycleCommercial acumen and attention to detail.Self-starter with strong communication skillsTeam player with entrepreneurial spirit