Job title: M&A
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary from: GBP £80,000.00
Salary to: GBP £90,000.00
Job published: 03-06-2026
Job ID: 39622

Job Description

M&A Associate Director

Deals Advisory 

Bristol 

£80,000 - £90,000 + package 

Are you ready to join a high-performing, fast-growing M&A team?

We’re working with a key client in Bristol who is looking to hire an Associate Director to strengthen their Corporate Finance team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a visible, impactful role within a thriving team that is continuing to grow and win exciting deals.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Leading and supporting end-to-end M&A transactions (buy-side and sell-side)
  • Managing client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor throughout the deal lifecycle
  • Driving valuations, financial modelling, and negotiations
  • Mentoring junior team members and contributing to team growth

What we’re looking for:

  • Proven experience delivering full-cycle M&A transactions
  • Strong corporate finance and deal execution background
  • Commercial mindset with excellent client-facing skills
  • Ambition to step up into a leadership position

Why this opportunity stands out:

  • Join a successful, growing team with a strong deal pipeline
  • Work on high-quality transactions across a range of sectors
  • Genuine progression to senior leadership
  • Competitive salary + bonus + benefits

Considering a move from London?
If you’re currently London-based and looking for a better work-life balance without compromising on salary or deal quality, this is an ideal opportunity to relocate to Bristol and enjoy a more balanced lifestyle.

If you're interested, reach out to me at Sheena@astrumsearch.com

 

Candidates must have:

- The right to live and work in the UK

- Hold previous practice experience 

- Have strong experience of M&A - Deals Advisory.

- Qualification - not essential