Transaction Services; FDD - Director

A leading Deal Advisory platform in Manchester is seeking to appoint a Director into its Transaction Services team, following continued growth in private equity backed and mid market transactions.

This is a high impact leadership hire within a growing TS practice, offering genuine scope to shape the function, build a team, and lead complex engagements across PE buyouts, bolt-on acquisitions, exits and refinancing processes.

This role will suit someone who wants the credibility of a strong platform, but with more autonomy, visibility and influence than traditional big firm structures.

As Director, you will:

• Lead and oversee buy-side and sell-side FDD engagements end-to-end
• Act as a trusted adviser to PE funds, corporates and management teams
• Lead client relationships and contribute to origination / repeat mandates
• Play a central role in the strategic growth of the wider Deals platform

This is a market-facing role with real influence, not a delivery-only position.

We are interested in speaking with Directors or Senior Managers ready to step up from:

• Big Four Transaction Services / Deals teams
• Mid market advisory firms with strong sponsor coverage

You will bring strong technical credibility, commercial judgement, and a proven track record of leading diligence engagements, managing teams, and building client relationships.

• High quality PE and mid market deal flow
• A joined-up advisory platform (Lead Advisory, Debt, Tax, Analytics)
• Real autonomy and visibility in a growing team
• Clear route to Partner for high performers
• Director-level remuneration aligned to market expectations

For a confidential discussion, please apply via Linked In or message directly.