About the Role Our client is seeking a hands‑on Corporate Development professional to support its in‑house M&A function on a fractional basis. The business completes approximately 3–4 transactions per year and requires a resource capable of delivering high‑quality execution support across the full deal lifecycle. This is a highly transactional, project‑based role, suited to an individual who is comfortable operating independently and can seamlessly move between financial analysis, strategic thinking, and process execution. The successful candidate will play a key role across origination research, target evaluation, business case development, financial modelling, due diligence coordination, and transaction execution, as well as supporting early‑stage integration planning. Key Responsibilities Deal Origination & Strategy Conduct sector, company, and market research to support target identification Develop screening materials, target profiles, and investment theses Support M&A strategy development and strategic prioritisation Contribute to business case development, including synergies, risks, and value drivers Financial Analysis & Modelling Build and maintain financial models, valuation analyses, and scenario modelling Develop returns analysis and investment cases Analyse financial and operational data to support decision‑making Financial Due Diligence Perform detailed financial due diligence, including: Quality of earnings Working capital and cash flow analysis Balance sheet review Identification of financial risks and opportunities Review target company financials and provide clear, actionable insights Project & Deal Management Manage end‑to‑end deal processes, including timelines, trackers, and deliverables Coordinate cross‑functional diligence workstreams (finance, legal, tax, tech, HR, etc.) Act as a central point of coordination between internal stakeholders and external advisors Support SPA tracking, closing preparation, and transaction readiness Stakeholder & Reporting Prepare presentations, investment papers, and board‑level materials Support internal decision‑making processes and approvals Manage relationships with external advisors (bankers, legal, auditors, consultants) Post‑Deal & Integration Support Assist with early‑stage integration planning Support Day 1 / Day 100 planning and execution frameworks Contribute to synergy tracking and value realisation initiatives Process Improvement Help build and refine repeatable corporate development processes, templates, and playbooks Minimum Requirements Qualified CA(SA) or equivalent Background in Big 4 (Transaction Services / Corporate Finance) or Corporate Development / M&A 4–8+ years’ experience in transactional finance, M&A, or financial analysis Strong experience in financial modelling, valuation, and due diligence Proven ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders Core Competencies Strong analytical and financial acumen Highly detail‑oriented and hands‑on, with the ability to execute independently Excellent project management and organisational skills Ability to translate strategy into actionable financial insights Strong presentation and financial storytelling skills (boards, IC packs) Commercial mindset with a results‑driven, execution‑focused approach What Success Looks Like Effective execution of M&A transactions from origination through to integration Delivery of high‑quality financial analysis and due diligence outputs Strong coordination across stakeholders, ensuring efficient deal processes Contribution to successful acquisitions and portfolio value creation #J-18808-Ljbffr