Transaction Services Director – Manchester

The Company

A well-capitalised and rapidly expanding advisory firm specialising in mid-market transactions. Backed by recent investment and led by a high-calibre leadership team, the firm is building out its national footprint with Manchester as a key growth hub. With an entrepreneurial culture and a flat, modern structure, it offers exceptional scope for progression as the team scales.

The Role

Working closely with the newly appointed partner, the Director will lead buy-side and sell-side due diligence on a wide range of mid-market deals. This is a pivotal role in the development of the Manchester office, offering hands-on transaction leadership alongside the opportunity to shape team culture and contribute to business development.

Ideal for an experienced Associate Director or early-stage Director ready to step into a leadership role, with a strong pipeline and meaningful influence from day one.

Core responsibilities:

• Leading financial due diligence on mid-market private equity and corporate transactions
• Managing client relationships and delivering high-quality commercial insight
• Coaching and developing junior team members
• Supporting business development and growing the Manchester presence

The Candidate

• ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent, with a strong track record in Transaction Services from a Top 10 Accountancy firm or Transaction Services boutique
• Currently operating at experienced AD or early to mid Director level
• Confident leading deals end-to-end with minimal oversight
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative, with a desire to shape a growing platform
• Strong interpersonal and client-facing skills, with a commercial mindset