Corporate Finance Director

This firm has a formidable reputation for deal-making in the South West and is now looking for a Director to help lead its Corporate Finance offering in Exeter. This is not a role for someone who wants to sit on the sidelines. The Partners want a deal-maker who can lead transactions from inception to completion, managing a high-quality team and a significant pipeline of local and national mandates. The path to Partnership is clear, and the firm has a proven track record of delivering it for high performers.

The Role

• Lead a wide range of corporate finance assignments, including company sales, management buy-outs (MBOs), acquisitions, and growth capital raises
• Act as the senior point of contact for clients, providing strategic advice on valuations, deal structures, and negotiation tactics
• Take responsibility for the quality of financial due diligence reports and information memoranda prepared by the wider team
• Play an active role in business development, leveraging your network of solicitors, banks, and private equity houses to build a strong deal pipeline
• Mentor and develop the Corporate Finance team, providing technical leadership and supporting the career progression of managers and seniors

About You

• Qualified with significant post-qualification experience specifically within a Corporate Finance practice or boutique
• Experienced at Director or Senior Manager level with a demonstrable track record of successfully closed lead advisory mandates
• Commercially astute with the interpersonal skills to lead high-pressure negotiations and manage complex stakeholder relationships
• A credible senior presence in the Exeter business community with a proactive approach to networking and deal origination
• Technically strong across valuations and financial modelling, with the ability to provide clear, commercial advice to business owners

Why This Role

Exeter is a key growth hub for the firm, and the Corporate Finance team is central to that strategy. You will have the autonomy to lead your own deals while being backed by a national brand and a highly collaborative Partner group. This is a practice where your contribution is highly visible and where the route to Equity Partnership is genuine and well-supported. For a Corporate Finance professional looking for a senior leadership role in Devon, this is a standout opportunity.