Job Description

Basic information

Location

London

Business Line

Strategy, Risk & Transactions Advisory

Date published

13-May-2025

Req #

18918
Job description

Connect to your Industry

Deloitte's M&A Lead Advisory practice is a market-leading team of sector specialist advisors combining the deep sector expertise of a boutique with the reach of a global platform. We provide entrepreneurs, corporates and financial investors with a full suite of M&A services advising on acquisitions, divestments, joint ventures, buy-outs and capital raises, a significant number of which are cross-border or international in nature.


Deloitte's M&A Lead Advisory practice is divided into four sector teams in London, comprising: Life Sciences & Healthcare ("LSHC"), Business Services, TMT and Industrials, delivering genuine sector specialism and execution expertise that has underpinned the completion of 135+ transactions in the last 5 years with an aggregate transaction value of 12bn+.


Our UK team also works alongside the Global LSHC M&A Lead Advisory team, which draws on experts from our global member firms to provide our clients with the highest quality professional advice and relevant M&A experience. Our global team includes over 12,200 practitioners dedicated to the LSHC industry in 99 countries and serves 93% of the Fortune Global 500 LSHC companies. Our global LSHC M&A practice has advised on over 220 transactions over the last 4 years.

Connect to your career at Deloitte

Deloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients' become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more.


What brings us all together at Deloitte? It's how we approach the thousands of decisions we make every day. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, wherever we are in the world, we lead the way, serve with integrity, take care of each other, foster inclusion, and collaborate for measurable impact. These five shared values lead every decision we make and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact how and where it matters most.

Connect to your opportunity

The LSHC M&A Lead Advisory team in London has enjoyed considerable success and remains one of the most active sector teams. We have grown to 12 individuals and we plan to continue growing headcount to support our significant pipeline of dealflow.


The expertise of our team extends across the full range of sub-sectors including: pharma services, healthcare services, MedTech services and HealthTech. We work with innovative companies that are making a real impact on the lives of patients and across society.


We are well-regarded in the industry and have won the HealthInvestor "Corporate Financier of the Year" award for 6 out of the last 9 years and the LaingBuisson "Financial Advisor of the Year" award for 5 out of the last 9 years. Our team is part of Deloitte's global sector practice which has been ranked by Mergermarket as the #2 Global M&A advisor to the LSHC sector (by volume) for 2 out of the last 3 years.


We are currently looking for an

experienced Manager

to join our growing and successful team. You will be responsible for:


Working on a range of M&A transactions across the sector Day-to-day management of transactions which includes taking responsibility for delivery of information memoranda, management presentations, purchaser co-ordination and for preparation of information for client/bidder/stakeholder meetings and communications Primary contact for the client on a day-to-day basis on most transactions, in addition to liaising with other advisers and potential purchasers, alongside managing key stakeholders Valuation work including financial modelling such as DCF and LBO analysis Taking a lead and proactive role in driving forwards marketing and business development opportunities

Connect to your skills and professional experience

Essentials:

ACA, CFA or equivalent qualification Experience working in the life sciences sector, including pharma, pharma services and MedTech sector Experience of running day-to-day execution on an M&A transaction Excellent numeracy skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to absorb and analyse large amounts of data Client focus, with ability to work quickly and establish effective working relationships Excellent oral and written communication skills Logical and methodical approach to problem solving Project management and organisational skills Have an effective approach to time management and the ability to work to tight deadlines Ability to undertake detailed financial/commercial analysis for inclusion in client deliverables Ability to connect high level strategic thinking to the micro details of a company's financial information The self-confidence/appetite to be involved in business development activities

Connect to your business - Strategy, Risk & Transactions Advisory

In an ever-evolving world, there are no certainties in business. Our teams help clients to navigate risks, process major transactions and deliver transformational change that will future-proof their business. Join us to make a positive difference.


Mergers and Acquisitions


We challenge dealmakers to expect more and to see beyond the deal to create sustainable value for shareholders, employees and society. We support corporates, private equity and financial investors across the full M&A lifecycle and are committed to identifying and delivering sustainable value at every stage of the deal.

Personal independence

Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to a number of audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints (e.g., in relation to any financial interests and employment relationships). This can mean that you and your "Immediate Family Members" are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc.) with audit clients of the firm, and also prohibitions on certain employment relationships (e.g., you are not permitted to hold a secondary employment role with SEC audit clients of the firm whilst being employed by the firm). The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process or you can contact the Independence team upon request.

Connect with your colleagues

"Deloitte gives you lots of opportunities to hone your skills and an open-door approach from the senior leadership makes it a great organisation to build your career with." Aditya, Strategy, Risk & Transactions Advisory.

Our hybrid working policy

You'll be based in London with hybrid working.


At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That's why we'll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you'll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You'll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing. Please check with your recruiter for the specific working requirements that may apply for your role.

Connect to your return to work opportunity

Are you looking to return to the workplace after an extended career break?


For this role we can offer coaching and support designed for returners to refresh your knowledge and skills, and help your transition back into the workplace after a career break of two years or more. If this is relevant for you, just let your recruiter know when you make your application.

Our commitment to you

Making an impact is more than just what we do: it's why we're here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before.


We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So we're nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we'll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it's only when you're comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.


Your expertise is our capability, so we'll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it's from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you'll learn every day. Through world-class development, you'll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you'll learn how to lead.

Connect to your next step

A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you'll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You'll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you'll never stop growing, whatever your level.


Discover more reasons to connect with us, our people and purpose-driven culture at deloitte.co.uk/careers