Assistant Director, M&A, Financial Due Diligence - Private Equity

Overview

This is your opportunity to join Deloitte''s MandA Transactions private equity team.Working on high-profile assignments with some of the best in the field, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects, with a mix of both private equity and corporate transactions, within a highly commercial, client-focused environment.Our core services include acquisition and vendor due diligence, bid defence and support, and reporting accountant services for capital market transactions. Typically, we work within a wider deal team which accesses the firm''s vast range of specialist expertise including commercial and operational due diligence, sale and purchase agreement negotiation, real estate, treasury, pensions, modelling, fund placement, merger integration, IT, and business intelligence. We also often work on international assignments involving cross-border as well as cross-service line teams requiring our people to build wide networks across both the UK and international firm.We encourage consideration of flexible ways of working, both formal and informal arrangements that allow for the best outcomes for our people and our clients. If this opportunity is of interest to you with some flexibility, please do discuss with us.Connect to your career at DeloitteDeloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more.What brings us all together at Deloitte? It\''s how we approach the thousands of decisions we make every day. How we behave, our beliefs, and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, wherever we are in the world, we

lead the way ,

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collaborate for measurable impact . These five shared values lead every decision we make and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact where and how it matters most.Connect to your opportunityOur team provides clients with dedicated support for a transaction or potential transaction. Typically, this involves investigating the target from various perspectives to identify significant value items, risks, and other considerations, helping our clients make informed decisions regarding the transaction.As an assistant director, you will be required to:Be a key day-to-day lead on engagements, leading client interactions and managing overall project progressBuild strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and coordinate diverse workstreamsDevelop an understanding of the target business and its driversInterpret and analyze information memoranda, business plans, and publicly available information on the target businessReview and analyze historical financial information, including trading, cash flow, and balance sheetsReview and analyze projections and underlying assumptionsAssess the adequacy of working capital facilities, including financing limits, terms, and covenantsReport potential key issues, including risks or price-affecting considerationsLead the preparation and drafting of due diligence reportsReview the sale and purchase agreement and correlate findings of the due diligence processReview financial structures and associated credit agreementsLead and develop service offerings and propositions to drive practice growthLead training and develop team membersManage diverse teams within an inclusive culture where contributions are recognizedConnect to your skills and professional experienceExceptional academic background or equivalent experienceExperience with financial due diligence and transaction services or equivalentExperience of corporate and private equity transactions or equivalentAbility to produce high-quality, concise reports, with attention to detail and effective communication of complex financial information, including risk management principlesAdvanced Excel skills, including Power Pivot, for analyzing large data setsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve complex issues efficientlyExperience operating with senior stakeholders internally and externallyExperience leading business development from opportunity to saleExperience building and managing client relationshipsExcellent written and oral communication skillsFull travel mobility and flexibility for international travelFluency in a major European language is an advantageStrong commercial acumen and market awarenessKnowledge and application of AI tools within financial due diligenceStrong client focus on high-quality serviceConnect to your business - Strategy, Risk and Transactions AdvisoryWe help clients navigate risks, process transactions, and deliver transformational change to future-proof their businesses. Join us to make a positive impact.Mergers and AcquisitionsWe challenge dealmakers to create sustainable value for shareholders, employees, and society, supporting clients across the full MandA lifecycle.Personal independenceRegulation and controls are standard in our industry. Deloitte adheres to strict personal independence constraints to ensure legal protection and compliance. Further details will be provided during the recruitment process.Connect with your colleagues"One of the things I love about Deloitte is that everyone is genuinely supportive of each person''s individual requirements and career aspirations." - Lizzie, Strategy, Risk and Transaction AdvisoryOur hybrid working policyYou''ll be based in Manchester with hybrid working, balancing office, virtual, client site, and remote work, supporting your wellbeing and career growth. Specific requirements may vary; please consult your recruiter.Connect to your return-to-work opportunitySupport and coaching are available for those returning to work after a career break of two years or more. Let your recruiter know if this applies to you.Our commitment to youWe foster an environment where you can experience purpose, be yourself, and grow. Your wellbeing, personal strengths, and contributions are valued, and you\''ll develop both technically and personally through world-class training.Connect to your next stepA Deloitte career offers growth in any direction, with a purpose-driven culture and the opportunity to bring your true self to work. Discover more at ..... full job details .....