Strategic M&A & Corporate Finance Leader in Sydney

Strategic M&A & Corporate Finance Leader in Sydney

Sydney Full-Time 135000 - 165000 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead M&A engagements, manage client relationships, and mentor a growing team.
  • Company: Join Alvarez & Marsal, a global advisory firm with a hands-on approach.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative culture.
  • Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and networking.
  • Why this job: Make a tangible impact in the finance industry while developing your career.
  • Qualifications: 6+ years of M&A experience and strong financial analysis skills.

The predicted salary is between 135000 - 165000 $ per year.

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global advisory and consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action-oriented professionals across more than 40 countries.

We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' most complex challenges and helping them reach their potential.

Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who make a tangible impact on clients and shape the industry.

Guided by A&M's core values, Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity, our collaborative environment and engaging work are why our people love working here.

  • Description
  • About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global advisory and consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action-oriented professionals across more than 40 countries.

We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' most complex challenges and helping them reach their potential.

Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who make a tangible impact on clients and shape the industry.

Guided by A&M's core values, Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity, our collaborative environment and engaging work are why our people love working here.

The Team

The Corporate Finance team provides mergers & acquisitions advisory, debt advisory and transaction support to multinational corporates, private equity firms, financial institutions, and private companies and boards across multiple sectors.

We are expanding our M&A capabilities and seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead and grow our Corporate Finance practice.

  • Senior Manager based in Sydney.
  • Lead and manage M&A engagements end-to-end, from transaction sourcing through to deal completion.
  • Drive client relationships and build trusted adviser relationships with corporates and private equity sponsors.
  • Lead and mentor a growing M&A team, setting quality standards and developing junior talent.
  • How You Will Contribute
  • Engagement Leadership & Delivery
  • Lead complex M&A engagements end-to-end, owning workstreams and taking responsibility for quality of output and client satisfaction.
  • Serve as primary client contact on active transactions, building and maintaining trusted adviser relationships with corporates, PE sponsors, and boards.
  • Design analytical approaches to complex transaction problems, including valuation, synergy identification, integration planning, and risk mitigation.
  • Develop and deliver defensible, high-impact transaction recommendations and supporting documentation.
  • Manage delivery timelines and resources to meet deal deadlines in fast-paced transaction environments.
  • Business Development & Client Management
  • Assist in the origination and development of relationships with corporate clients, private equity firms and other key referral sources
  • Proactively contribute to the pursuit of new transaction opportunities across the broader A&M platform.
  • Take the lead in drafting proposals, pitches, and thought leadership, positioning A&M's M&A capabilities in the market.
  • Build and sustain a strong professional network in the M&A and corporate finance market.
  • Drive cross-service line relationships to create integrated advisory solutions for clients.
  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of M&A professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Direct the work of mid-level and junior team members, providing guidance, quality review, and professional development support.
  • Contribute to recruitment, training, and knowledge-sharing initiatives across the practice.
  • Support practice management including resourcing, capacity planning, and quality oversight.
  • Model commercial acumen and integrity in all client and team interactions.
  • Core Work Areas
  • Mergers & acquisitions advisory and strategic transaction support.
  • Project management and client communication and engagement.
  • Financial analysis, financial modelling and valuation analysis.
  • Potential buyer / investor outreach and management.
  • Corporate finance analysis and investment decision support.

Qualifications & Experience

  • 6+ years of hands-on M&A advisory experience, gained in investment banking, consulting, private equity, or corporate finance roles.
  • Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related discipline; CPA, CA, or equivalent professional qualification strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated track record of successfully leading transactions from commencement through completion.
  • Strong experience in financial analysis, valuation, modelling, and transaction structuring.
  • Proven ability to manage teams, develop junior talent, and drive a high-performance culture.
  • Demonstrated business development capability through network of relationships.
  • High-level Excel, Word, and Power Point skills; proficiency with financial modelling tools and data analytics.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing board-level presentations, investment memoranda, and client reports.
  • Collaborative leader with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and service lines.
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Strategic M&A & Corporate Finance Leader in Sydney employer: Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture, where independent thinkers thrive. With a strong commitment to integrity, quality, and inclusive diversity, A&M offers meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development in the fast-paced world of strategy and transformation consulting. Located in Australia, employees benefit from engaging projects that drive real impact, alongside a supportive team environment that values personal reward and fun.

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Contact Details:

Alvarez & Marsal Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Strategic M&A & Corporate Finance Leader in Sydney

Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory
Transaction Management
Client Relationship Management
Financial Analysis
Valuation
Financial Modelling
Risk Mitigation