Associate - Transaction Services

Associate - Transaction Advisory Services (Corporate Finance)
Nottingham
Corporate Finance / Transaction Advisory Services/ Financial Due Diligence

About the Role
My client is seeking an Assistant Manager/Associate to join their Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) team in their Nottingham office. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact deals, supporting both private equity and corporate clients across a range of sectors. You'll be involved in the execution of complex transactions, delivering financial due diligence on both the buy-side and sell-side of mid-market deals.

Key Responsibilities

Support the execution of financial due diligence engagements (buy-side, vendor due diligence, vendor assistance) by preparing and analysing key financial information.
Assist in the preparation of core report areas, including: Quality of Earnings (QoE), Adjusted Net Working Capital and Net Debt analysis, P&L and balance sheet trends
Perform financial analysis and present findings in clear, structured formats to support internal reviews and client deliverables.
Assist in the preparation of forecast reviews, including identifying key assumptions and modelling upside/downside sensitivities under the guidance of senior team members.
Contribute to Q&A processes with clients and targets by helping to prepare question packs and gather supporting information.
Collaborate with clients and other advisors to collect required documentation and ensure data integrity throughout the engagement.
Work closely with managers and assistant directors to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work that aligns with client needs and expectations.
Take ownership of assigned workstreams and demonstrate initiative in solving problems and identifying relevant trends or anomalies.
Apply good databook and analysis practices, ensuring outputs are accurate, consistent, and clearly explained.
Actively contribute to team learning by receiving feedback, participating in reviews, and building technical and commercial skills.Key Requirements

ACA / ACCA qualified (or near-qualified), ideally with prior experience in audit or corporate finance.
Strong Excel and financial analysis skills, with an ability to identify and interpret business trends.
High attention to detail and strong written communication skills.
A commercial mindset and eagerness to understand how businesses create value.
Experience working to deadlines in a team environment, preferably on client-facing projects.
A collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving.
Interest in transactions and the broader deal-making environment.What We Offer

Early exposure to high-impact transactions and senior stakeholders.
A strong learning environment with structured training and on-the-job development.
A supportive team culture that values collaboration and continuous improvement.
Flexible working arrangements and a competitive compensation package.
Clear career development opportunities and mentoring from experienced professionals.At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.

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