Full job descriptionWe are working with a founder-owned, boutique media agency (based London) that is preparing for a sale to private equity and is seeking an experienced M&A professional to lead the transaction end to end.
The client is looking for a senior individual with in-house M&A or corporate development experience, ideally gained within the media, marketing, or adjacent services sectors. This person will take ownership of the sale process, working closely with the Founder/Owner and Finance Director, and will be responsible for shaping and executing the transaction from preparation through to completion.
Key responsibilities include:
*Leading the full private equity sale process end to end
*Preparing the business for sale (equity story, materials, positioning)
*Managing advisers and third parties (corporate finance, legal, tax, etc.)
*Acting as the central point of coordination between the owner, FD, and PE bidders
*Supporting negotiations, diligence, and completion
Ideal background:
*Proven experience in in-house M&A, corporate development, or transaction leadership
*Strong understanding of private equity processes
*Media, marketing services, or related sector experience strongly preferred
*Commercial, hands-on, and comfortable operating in a lean, owner-managed environment
This is a highly visible role with significant influence over the outcome of the transaction, and a rare opportunity to lead a PE sale in a growing, entrepreneurial business.
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