Corporate Development Senior Manager

Pearse Partners
22/09/2026 London

We are working with a PE-backed professional services business looking to hire a Senior Manager into its Corporate Development team in London.

The business is pursuing an ambitious m&a strategy, and this individual will work closely with senior leadership and the PE sponsor to identify, evaluate and execute acquisitions while helping shape the wider growth strategy.

The role will involve:

• Leading M&A opportunities from initial assessment through to execution

• Assessing new markets, sectors and acquisition opportunities

• Building investment cases, valuation analysis and financial models

• Managing due diligence and transaction workstreams

• Working closely with the PE sponsor, management team and external advisers

• Supporting broader strategic and growth initiatives across the group

We’re looking for:

• Corporate Development professionals from acquisitive or PE-backed businesses

• PE investment professionals looking to transition into an operating / Corporate Development role

• Strong Investment Banking candidates will also be considered (within services)

• Strong M&A execution, commercial judgement and financial modelling skills

• Experience across Business Services, Financial Services or other people-led / professional services sectors is highly desirable

This is a strong opportunity for someone looking for greater ownership of M&A and strategy, with direct exposure to both the management team and PE investor.

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