Job Description

Career Level: 6A Director
Posting Date: 7 Nov 2025
Role - Head of M&A



Location - London



Contract - Perm, full time & hybrid

Shape the future of UK tech M&A with ClearCourse.

ClearCourse is one of the UK's most ambitious

private equity-backed software and payments groups

, operating at the forefront of digital transformation. With a high-growth, buy-and-build strategy, we're uniting exceptional businesses through smart acquisition and integration -- and we're looking for a

Head of M&A

to lead that journey.



This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-paced, acquisitive organisation and make a tangible impact on the future of UK tech. You'll lead a talented M&A team and drive the sourcing, execution, and integration of deals across the UK and Ireland -- with the opportunity to explore international acquisitions in select markets.

What You'll Do

Define and execute ClearCourse's M&A strategy in alignment with group objectives Lead all aspects of the deal lifecycle -- from origination, valuation and due diligence to negotiation and integration planning Build and maintain strong relationships with advisors, investors, and target company leaders Manage and develop a high-performing M&A team, ensuring best-in-class execution Oversee post-merger integration and monitor value creation across acquired businesses Present strategic recommendations and financial insights to the executive team and board

What You'll Bring

10+ years' experience leading M&A transactions within

technology, SaaS, fintech, or payments

Proven success delivering

high-volume M&A activity

and managing complex deals (<10M ARR) Strong understanding of

valuation, structuring, and integration

in tech-driven environments Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior and board level Advanced financial modelling, negotiation, and strategic analysis capabilities Degree in Finance, Economics, or Business; MBA, ACA or CFA preferred Commercially sharp, execution-focused, and thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial settings

Why Join ClearCourse?

At ClearCourse, you'll join a team of innovators and dealmakers powering one of the UK's most active acquisition programmes. Every transaction you deliver shapes our future -- and yours.

We offer:

Competitive executive package with performance-related bonus 25 days holiday + your birthday off Private medical insurance (Bupa) & health cash plan Life assurance & income protection Enhanced parental leave & family wellbeing support Generous pension contributions Hybrid working (London HQ with remote flexibility)





Join us and lead the M&A strategy driving one of the UK's fastest-growing software groups.

Apply now

to become our next

Head of M&A

at ClearCourse.

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Head of M&A | Mergers & Acquisitions | Corporate Finance | Private Equity | SaaS | Fintech | Technology | Valuation | Integration | Leadership | London | Hybrid