Job Description

Reports to:

CEO

Location:

Manchester, UK

Salary:

Up to 100k plus competitive executive package

Purpose of the Role

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The Mergers & Acquisitions Director (M&A) for the IES Group Business will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing acquisitions, joint ventures, and partnership opportunities to support the companys ambitious growth from 82m to 500m turnover pa. This role will focus on Asset Management and wider utility, energy, renewables and communication markets, ensuring that acquisitions and strategic investments align with the businesss long-term strategy and deliver sustainable value. The role will provide leadership and expertise across the full M&A lifecycle, from origination and due diligence through integration and post-acquisition value creation, collaborating closely with the Executive and Board & Investors to shape the future of the IES Group Business.

Key Responsibilities

Support delivery of an Organic Merge & Acquisition strategy, with the capability to execute and integrate 15+ acquisitions per annum if required. Manage and prioritise a significant pipeline of potential transactions, ensuring effective execution in line with the companys growth objectives. Work closely with divisional management to identify, evaluate, and diligence acquisition opportunities.

Strategic Leadership

Develop and deliver the M&A strategy for the IES Group Business, aligned with the companys ambition to grow to 500m turnover pa. Identify and assess acquisition, partnership, and investment opportunities across electricity and wider utilities. Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and Investment Board on M&A opportunities and risks.

M&A Execution

Lead the end-to-end execution of M&A transactions, including valuation, due diligence, negotiation, and deal structuring. Collaborate with external advisors (legal, financial, regulatory) to ensure effective and compliant deal processes. Prepare and present business cases for approval by the Executive and Board.

Integration & Value Creation

Oversee post-acquisition integration to ensure seamless transition and delivery of synergies. Work with operations, finance, and business support services to align acquired businesses with company culture, systems, and governance. Track and report on the delivery of expected benefits and financial returns from acquisitions.

Governance & Risk Management

Ensure all transactions comply with corporate governance, legal, and regulatory requirements. Assess risks associated with potential acquisitions and provide recommendations for mitigation. Provide regular reports to the Executive and Investment Board on pipeline, deal progress, and integration outcomes.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain strong relationships with potential target companies, investors, and industry stakeholders. Work closely with banks, advisors, and investors to support financing and structuring of deals. Act as a key representative of the company in M&A discussions and negotiations.

Key Skills & Experience

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with divisional leadership teams to assess opportunities and drive due diligence processes. Proven ability to manage and prioritise a high-volume pipeline of opportunities, balancing strategic alignment with execution discipline. Strong financial modelling skills, with the ability to build, interpret, and challenge complex models to support valuations, business cases, and investment decisions. Extensive experience in mergers, acquisitions, and corporate development within utilities, infrastructure, or related industries. Strong track record of executing deals from origination through to integration, ideally with electricity sector exposure. Commercial and financial acumen, with experience in valuation, negotiation, and deal structuring. Understanding of regulatory and market frameworks in the electricity and wider utilities sector. Experience working with private equity, investment banks, and corporate advisors. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional integration programmes. Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills at Executive and Board level.

Key Measures of Success

Successful identification and execution of acquisitions that support business growth to 500m turnover pa. Seamless integration of acquired businesses, delivering expected synergies and value creation. Positive feedback from the Board and investors on quality and impact of acquisitions. Strong pipeline of acquisition opportunities aligned to strategic objectives. Full compliance with governance, legal, and regulatory requirements in all transactions. * Contribution to positioning the company as a leading Tier 1 player in the Asset Management sector and wider utility & Energy sector.