Strategic Development Manager

Are you a strategic deal-maker with the vision to shape the future of a market-leading organisation?

Here at Tarmac we are looking for two Strategic Development Managers to lead the origination and pursuit of mergers, acquisitions, and divestments that support our long-term growth ambitions.

This is a high-impact leadership role at the heart of our Strategy & Development team—combining commercial insight, relationship-building, and disciplined execution to deliver high-quality transactions.

You’llbe the driving force behind early-stage opportunity development, guiding due diligence, shaping pursuit strategies, and leading transactions through to completion.

If you thrive in complex deal environments and enjoy influencing senior stakeholders, this role offers the perfect platform to make a meaningful strategic impact.

Whatyou’llbe doing

In this role, you will:

Market & Portfolio Analysis

Identify

M&A targets and support the UK leadership team in driving the origination pipeline.
Conduct in-depth market research to assess trends, competitor moves, and strategic opportunities.
Review and evaluate the performance and strategic fit of the existing portfolio.
Origination & Opportunity Evaluation

Source and assess acquisitions and divestments, analysing financial performance, risks, synergies, and strategic alignment.
Conduct technical and commercial assessments of assets, facilities, and operations.
Divestment Execution

Lead divestment strategies end-to-end, including market analysis, buyer identification, negotiations, and closing.
Work closely with finance, legal, and operational teams to ensure smooth transitions.
Financial Analysis & Modelling

Partner with Finance to evaluate valuations and financial implications.
Review financial models and scenario analyses to support robust decision-making.
Deal Execution & Project Management

Lead the full M&A cycle for small to mid-sized deals—from identification topurchaseagreement and completion.
Manage Development Associates to deliveraccuratetimelines, milestones, and progress reports.
Coordinate multi-stakeholder due diligence processes toidentifyand mitigate risks.
Stakeholder Engagement

Prepare presentations, proposals, and valuation models for senior leadership and CRH approval.
Build andmaintaintrusted relationships with internal stakeholders, advisors, and target company leaders.
Integration Oversight

Support integration planning and post-acquisition reviews to ensure smooth transition andsynergytracking.
Whatyou’llbring

You will excel in this role if you are:

Strategic & commercially astute – with a deep understanding of market dynamics and value drivers.
Influential & relationship-led – able to build trust with senior leaders, advisors, and partners.
Proactive & resilient – confident navigating ambiguity andmaintainingmomentum through complex deals.
Decisive & adaptable – quick to respond to shifting priorities and emerging opportunities.
A collaborative leader – guiding teams with clarity while working seamlessly across functions.
Your skills &expertise

Youpossess:

Strong origination capabilities andestablishednetworks in relevant markets.
Advanced influencing and negotiation skills.
Proven ability to lead due diligence and manage complex transactions end-to-end.
Excellent communication and presentation skills for senior audiences.
Solid understanding of valuation methodologies and deal structures.
Experience

Experience in corporate development, transaction services, investment banking, private equity, or M&A advisory.
Demonstrated success in originating and executing acquisitions and divestments.
Strongtrack record managing due diligence and cross-functional teams.
Exposure to integration planning and post-deal reviews.
Education

Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field.
Professional qualification such as ACA, CFA, or MBA is desirable.
Evidence of ongoing professional development in strategic finance, deal execution, and leadership.

Why Apply?

In this influential role,you’llhelp shape the strategic direction of one of the UK’s most recognised brands.

You’lllead significant deals, work alongside senior leaders, and contribute directly to long-term value creation.

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