M G Bingham & Co
M&A Acquisitions Specialist Freelance Ex Finance Director
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M&A Acquisitions Specialist Freelance Ex Finance Director
M&A – Acquisitions Specialist (Freelance)
Suitable for: An ex-Finance Director
Remote: Predominantly remote, but you may be based anywhere in England Hours: Very flexible – full- or part-time (as part of a wider freelance portfolio)
About the Role
A long-established corporate intermediary firm is seeking a passionate and dynamic Acquisitions Specialist to join as a freelancer.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have direct experience dealing with boards of public and private companies
- Demonstrate an interest in corporate strategy and the SME marketplace
- Possess an appetite for M&A, corporate development, or deal origination (though this is not mandatory)
This is a hybrid role, designed for a self-motivated, experienced professional with a broader freelance portfolio who can operate flexibly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities & Experience
You will be responsible for:
- Engaging directly with entrepreneurial SME owners and the boards of quoted companies (including creating potential deal opportunities).
- Delivering excellent financial/operational analysis, database research, and interpersonal skills.
- Recognising and shaping acquisition opportunities with the necessary gravitas.
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Ideal Profile
This role is best suited to candidates who:
- Are capable of Board-level interaction (preferable if you’ve previously served on either private or public company boards).
- Possess the financial acumen and instrumental communication skills required to guide deals.
- Ideally hold ACA/ACCA/MBA qualifications, but exceptions will be considered for candidates with equivalent experience.
Flexibility & Portfolio Suitability
The role is highly flexible—it can be tailored to fit around other commitments, whether as a passive income stream (e.g., investments, investments, non-executive director roles, fractional FD work, consultancy) or as part of a new portfolio approach where you seek entrepreneurial opportunities by building a freelance business.
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You must have:
- Substantial leadership experience (particularly those with corporate or boardroom interaction).
- The ability to move flexibly but systematically—being available as required without the restrictions of a traditional 9–5 office role.
Candidate Requirements
- Must be mobile and based anywhere in England.
- Essential to have strong financial/operational strategy knowledge and the ability to influence decision-makers at board level.
- ACA/ACCA qualifications or an MBA will be highly regarded, though exceptions for self-made candidates are permitted if high-level expertise can be demonstrated.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Your full CV
- A cover letter explaining why you’re strongly suited to this opportunity
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