SJC Partners is managing the recruitment process of a Corporate Development Manager for a rapidly growing PE backed professional services group. The successful individual will work closely with the CEO and CFO in driving the ambitious growth plans, playing a pivotal role in identifying acquisition prospects, conducting thorough due diligence and working seamlessly with solicitors and vendors to ensure efficient deal closures. Additionally, you will support the CFO with the integration and onboarding of new firms into the group. More specifically responsibilities will cover: Deal Origination: Identifying potential acquisition targets that align with their strategic vision.
Engaging with prospective targets and attending initial meetings alongside the CEO to discuss opportunities.
Pre-Deal Investigation: Gathering essential information from targets to achieve a comprehensive understanding of their business and financials.
Conducting high-level scrutiny based on the gathered data and raise relevant inquiries.
Determining a genuine pro forma EBITDA for targets to inform bids.
Heads of Terms & Negotiation: Preparing initial offers for targets, discussing the rationale and logic with the CEO.
Participating in negotiations and discussions to finalise an agreeable deal and pricing with the target.
Facilitating the seamless han...