Mergers and Acquisitions Manager

M&A Manager - USA Danvers MA (Boston), Albany NY, Austin TX, Salt Lake City UT (preferably based in any of these locations) Private Equity-Backed Growth Platform | Buy-and-Build Environment | Corporate Development A rapidly growing, private equity-backed international business services group is seeking an ambitious M&A Manager to support its expanding US acquisition strategy. This is an opportunity for a high-calibre finance and transaction professional to step into a broad corporate development role within an active buy-and-build platform completing multiple acquisitions annually across the United States. The role offers significant exposure to senior leadership, hands‑on deal execution responsibility, and a clear long‑term growth trajectory within a highly acquisitive organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead and support financial due diligence workstreams on live acquisitions Build and own detailed financial models, valuation analysis, QoE assessments, working capital analysis, and investment materials Coordinate cross‑functional diligence processes with internal and external stakeholders Support end‑to‑end transaction execution from evaluation through closing Assist with integration planning and post‑close tracking Contribute to acquisition pipeline development and target evaluation across the US market Prepare clear and concise presentations for executive leadership and investors Candidate Profile 5‑8 years of experience within Transaction Advisory Services (TAS/FDD), Corporate Development, Investment Banking, Private Equity, or related M&A environments Strong financial due diligence and analytical capability Advanced financial modelling and valuation skills Experience supporting or executing mid‑market M&A transactions Exposure to PE‑backed, multi‑site, or buy‑and‑build environments preferred Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills High work ethic, humility, and collaborative mindset Location United States based (EST or CST strongly preferred) Hybrid working environment with regular travel as required (Domestic travel ~once per month. Occasional UK travel for onboarding, leadership sessions.) Compensation Base salary: $150,000 - $175,000 Performance bonus opportunity Long‑term career progression within a rapidly scaling international platform #J-18808-Ljbffr Solutions Driven