M&A Director - Industrials

The OpportunityOur client's Corporate Finance practice has an industry-leading reputation for forward-thinking, objective advice, and deal-closing results to match. Its Corporate Financiers have advised on some of the most critical and sensitive equity and debt transactions for the world's largest corporations, financial institutions and governments.Recognised as the leading mid-market M&A adviser in the UK, Europe and globally, the firm is riding strong revenue growth and investing in the talent to sustain it. We're now looking for a Director to join a growing, ambitious team as its Industrials sector specialist, guiding clients from initial strategic review through to the successful completion of a sale or acquisition.You'll be joining a team built on:Senior, trusted relationships across the mid-market, global companies, new strategic entrants, financial investors and leading entrepreneursAn enviable set of credentials spanning every major service lineGenuine sector depth across the wider businessWhat You'll Be DoingOriginate deal flow: Drawing on your network of senior contacts to build a strong pipeline of buy- and sell-side mandatesOwn execution: Staying fully engaged throughout every process to ensure rigorous, efficient deliveryDrive business development: Strengthening the firm's presence regionally and sharing go-to-market strategy across the wider businessLeverage the wider firm: Harnessing the reach and strength of senior relationships beyond M&A advisoryDevelop the team: Coaching and motivating experienced colleagues, balancing your origination focus with building a more delivery-focused capabilityBuild external credibility: Forging strong working relationships with intermediaries and other advisersShape the business: Playing a central role in the key decisions driving the team's continued growth and successWhat You'll BringA strong academic and technical foundation (ACA, CFA, MBA or equivalent)Significant M&A advisory experience, gained within an investment bank, Big 4 firm, private equity house, M&A boutique or corporate development functionA demonstrable track record of generating competitive buy- and sell-side mandatesStrong numerical, analytical and strategic thinking skills, backed by hands-on financial modelling experienceDeal execution experience across the full transaction cycle, from origination to completionThe gravitas and communication skills to command respect at every level, internally and externallyProven success building, motivating and empowering high-calibre teamsGenuine drive to deliver results and make a real impact within a growing sector teamA sharp eye for detail and the discipline to deliver quality work against tight deadlinesA personable style that builds trust quickly with colleagues and clients alikeWhy This RoleThis is a rare chance to help shape a business with real growth ambitions in the Industrials space, one investing in deep sector expertise and top-tier execution to strengthen its position as a market leader. You'll have the platform, brand and global reach of a world-leading professional services firm, plus the autonomy to build a specialist practice that's genuinely your own.