Corporate Development Associate

Pearse Professionals are excited to be working with a leading Private Equity backed business currently seeking a Corporate Development Associate/ Analyst to join the team.Role PurposeThe Corporate Development Analyst / Associate will support the execution of strategic acquisitions across the full deal lifecycle, working closely with the Corporate Development Director, senior management, external advisers and target acquisitions. This role offers hands-on exposure to M&A and a clear development path toward becoming a deal lead.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild detailed financial data books to assess prospective acquisition targets and determine maintainable EBITDAAssist in the preparation of board papers and acquisition approval materialsInteract directly with target acquisitions to gather financial and non-financial informationSupport financial due diligence and liaise with external advisersAssist on deal execution through to completion and post-acquisition integrationCandidate ProfileAccounting background preferred (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)Financial due diligence or transaction services experience highly desirableStrong financial analysis and Excel skillsInterest in developing into a deal lead within a PE-backed environmentThis is a really exciting opportunity to play a central role in a highly active PE-backed buy-and-build strategy whilst also getting exposure to the full lifecycle of M&A and transactions with clear progression.