Investment Banking / M&A Associate Director / VP / Director

North West Hybrid Leading Investment Bank / M&A Boutique

If you're an experienced Investment Banking / M&A Lead Advisory professional looking for greater influence, senior client exposure and the opportunity to build a genuine sector footprint, this role offers a highly compelling next step.

You'll join a leading investment bank with an exceptional mid-market reputation across the North West, advising ambitious businesses, investors and management teams on M&A, sell-side, buy-side and capital raising mandates. The platform is entrepreneurial, growth-driven and built around senior ownership of deals and client relationships.

This is a senior hire with real scope - offering autonomy, strategic input and the opportunity to shape a specialist sector proposition.

Why this move stands out

• Senior deal ownership with end-to-end transaction responsibility
• Strong, established flow of mid-market mandates
• High level of Partner / leadership access and influence
• Opportunity to build and lead a sector vertical (Industrials / Business Services)
• Entrepreneurial platform with short decision chains
• Clear path to further leadership as the business continues to grow

Your key focus areas

• Leading M&A and corporate finance transactions from origination through to completion
• Acting as a trusted advisor to Boards, shareholders and senior management teams
• Driving origination through existing relationships and sector connectivity
• Leading, structuring and negotiating transactions across sell-side, buy-side and capital raises
• Managing and mentoring junior team members on live deals
• Working closely with senior leadership to shape sector strategy and growth plans
• Representing the firm externally and strengthening its regional market presence

What you'll bring

• Associate Director, VP or Director-level experience within Investment Banking or Corporate Finance
• Strong transaction track record within Industrials and/or Business Services sectors
• Proven ability to originate, lead and execute mid-market transactions
• Commercial, credible and confident client-facing style
• Strong leadership capability and desire to help develop others
• Entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable operating with autonomy and responsibility

What's in it for you

• Highly competitive base salary + bonus
• Genuine senior responsibility and deal ownership
• Hybrid working
• Clear leadership and progression opportunity
• Strong, collaborative deal team culture
• Platform to build long-term sector credibility in the North West

Next Step

If you're ready for a move that gives you more responsibility, progression and client exposure, apply today for a confidential conversation with our specialist consultants here at GMP Recruitment Agency Limited.