Meraki Talent is working with an independent, owner-managed corporate finance advisory that is looking to hire a senior corporate finance professional on a permanent basis as part of the next phase of its growth.
This is a hands-on execution role in a small, high-quality team. The work is mainly mid-market M&A and equity fundraising, with typical deal sizes in the £40m–£100m range, and regular exposure to larger transactions.
The role:
You will work closely with the owners and will be expected to run transactions end-to-end. This is not a policy or process-heavy environment, the focus is on getting deals progressed, managed properly, and closed. You will also be a senior presence in the team, helping to support and develop junior colleagues as the business grows.
Day-to-day, this will include:
*Leading M&A and equity fundraising transactions
*Running deal processes with minimal supervision
*Being client-facing and representing the firm confidently
*Managing advisers, investors, and counterparties
*Supporting pitches and helping win new mandates
*Mentoring and developing junior team members
Judgement, pace, and execution matter more here than perfect slides.
Background - This role will suit someone who:
*Has strong experience in M&A and equity fundraising
*Has a proven track record of closing deals in the tens or hundreds of millions
*Is comfortable working in a lean, high-responsibility environment
*Can deal directly with CEOs, founders, and investors without hand-holding
Any exposure to technology or AI-related work would be useful, as the firm continues to think about how it evolves its offering over time.
Working style - You will do well here if you:
*Like working in an entrepreneurial setup
*Are comfortable with visibility and accountability
*Are commercially minded and understand how deals make money
*Appreciate that live transactions require flexibility and commitment
What’s on offer:
*A long-term role with real responsibility and autonomy
*Consistent exposure to high-quality, high-value transactions
*Direct access to decision-makers
*The chance to influence how the firm grows and executes
*Very little bureaucracy
This is a permanent opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership, build credibility with clients, and be part of a business rather than just pass through it.
For a confidential discussion, contact Dean at Meraki Talent.