Mergers and Acquisitions Director

Direct message the job poster from Dartmouth PartnersM&A Director | Defence & Aerospace | £100,00 - £120,000 + Bonus and EquityA fast-growing, entrepreneurial private equity firm is seeking an M&A Director to help build a market-leading platform in the Defence & Aerospace sector. This is a rare opportunity to join an early stage, high-velocity buy-and-build platform in the UK lower mid-market.As M&A Director, you’ll lead the identification, evaluation, and execution of acquisitions in the Defence & Aerospace space - particularly Tier 2 and Tier 3 contract manufacturers. You’ll work closely with the Partners and senior leadership to shape the investment thesis and drive transactions from origination through to completion.Key Responsibilities:Lead M&A projects autonomously, managing multiple deals simultaneouslyDrive end-to-end transaction execution including structuring, negotiation, and documentationOversee financial and commercial due diligence, coordinating with external advisorsPrepare investment committee materials and present recommendationsMonitor market trends and competitive landscape to identify acquisition targetsBuild relationships with business owners, advisors, and stakeholdersCandidate Profile:ACA qualified or equivalent, with experience in Big 4 M&A/Transaction Services or Investment BankingMay also come from Corporate Development, boutique advisory, or similar backgroundsExperience in Defence & Aerospace or adjacent sectors is strongly preferredProven track record in lower/mid-market transactionsStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage SME/OMB owners crediblyHighly organised, self-starting, and able to manage competing prioritiesSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionFinanceIndustriesDefense and SpaceManufacturing and Staffing and RecruitingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Dartmouth Partners by 2xGet notified about new Mergers and Acquisitions Director jobs in London Area, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr