2,074 Corporate Development jobs in the United Kingdom

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Corporate Development Manager to join our team! You will work closely with senior leadership to evaluate and support in the execution of the Group’s Corporate Development strategy - from acquisition origination through to transaction execution and integration.

What you'll be doing

Reporting to the Corporate Development Director, you will assist in all aspects of the Corporate Development (CD) team’s activity, in particular:

• Identify, evaluate and execute inorganic opportunities, including in respect of acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures/ partnerships, and minority investments across the Group;
• Project manage other activities led by CD
• Develop and manage relevant external and internal networks.

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve

• Educated to degree level, or equivalent
• 2 to 3 years’ experience in a corporate finance/ transaction services teams; or senior analyst level at an investment bank
• Accomplished financial modelling skills 
• Responsive and organised You will;
• Demonstrate clarity of thought and understanding of projects being considered by CD and prioritisation
• Take proactive actions to progress projects, understand stakeholders’ perspectives and identify issues 
• Work independently and self-motivate themselves
• Effectively manage, motivate and challenge various stakeholders 
• Identify patterns, connections and underlying issues in complex situations

What's in it for you

The expected range for this role is up to £85,000, depending on experience

This is a Hybrid role from our Bath Office, working three days from the office, two from home

… Plus more great perks, which include;

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Wellbeing support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan

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Who are we…

We’re Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We’ve got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we’re looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are. 

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That’s why we’re building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It’s not just about what you bring to the table — it’s about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn’t just good for business. It’s the Future.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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Head of Corporate Development – Europe (Gaming & Entertainment Sector)

A leading European digital entertainment and gaming operator is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and commercially-driven Head of Corporate Development – Europe to help drive international expansion and commercial growth across regulated markets.

The Role : You will lead corporate development activity across Europe, with responsibility for identifying and qualifying new market opportunities (both organic and via M&A), engaging with senior-level stakeholders, and structuring strategic partnerships. You’ll support international tenders, drive market entry strategy, and shape go-to-market execution in collaboration with internal teams.

Key Responsibilities :

• Drive business development in new European markets – commercial, regulatory, and partnership-based.
• Lead market assessments and commercial strategy for international expansion.
• Build and maintain relationships with lotteries, regulators, and institutional stakeholders.
• Structure strategic deals, partnerships, and tender submissions.
• Report progress and insight to senior stakeholders across the Group.

Candidate :

• 4+ years in international business development, corporate strategy, or consultancy.
• Background in gaming, gambling, regulated tech, or lottery preferred.
• Strong commercial and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent English; additional languages an asset.
• Comfortable with ~30–50% international travel.

Location : Flexible across Europe (must be willing to travel)

Head of Corporate Development – Europe (Gaming & Entertainment Sector)

A leading European digital entertainment and gaming operator is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and commercially-driven Head of Corporate Development – Europe to help drive international expansion and commercial growth across regulated markets.

The Role : You will lead corporate development activity across Europe, with responsibility for identifying and qualifying new market opportunities (both organic and via M&A), engaging with senior-level stakeholders, and structuring strategic partnerships. You’ll support international tenders, drive market entry strategy, and shape go-to-market execution in collaboration with internal teams.

Key Responsibilities :

• Drive business development in new European markets – commercial, regulatory, and partnership-based.
• Lead market assessments and commercial strategy for international expansion.
• Build and maintain relationships with lotteries, regulators, and institutional stakeholders.
• Structure strategic deals, partnerships, and tender submissions.
• Report progress and insight to senior stakeholders across the Group.

Candidate :

• 4+ years in international business development, corporate strategy, or consultancy.
• Background in gaming, gambling, regulated tech, or lottery preferred.
• Strong commercial and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent English; additional languages an asset.
• Comfortable with ~30–50% international travel.

Location : Flexible across Europe (must be willing to travel)

Head of Corporate Development x 2

£90,000 - £10,000 base + bonus + LTIP

Location: Remote (UK-based) and Hybrid

Travel Required: UK-wide (as required for acquisitions)

Retained Search by Radley Green

The Opportunity

We are partnering with two high-growth, PE-backed businesses on a buy-and-build journey, each seeking a Head of Corporate Development to lead and manage their acquisition pipeline across the UK. Reporting directly to the CFO (and working closely with the CEO and board), the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic M&A opportunities that align with each business’s ambitious growth strategy.

This is an ideal opportunity for an individual currently in a commercial M&A role within industry who is looking to take full ownership of the end-to-end acquisition lifecycle in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Originate and evaluate acquisition opportunities aligned with strategic growth plans.
• Own and lead the M&A process end-to-end: from deal sourcing and financial modelling to due diligence, valuation, negotiation, and integration planning.
• Develop and maintain relationships with advisors, brokers, and potential target businesses across the UK.
• Partner with senior leadership and the board to prepare investment cases and present recommendations.
• Manage deal execution , coordinating with legal, finance, and operational stakeholders.
• Track market activity and provide insights on trends, competitors, and potential targets.
• Contribute to post-deal integration planning, ensuring smooth operational alignment post-acquisition.

Profile Sought

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with a strong background in corporate finance, transaction services, or M&A advisory.
• Currently working in-house in a corporate development or M&A role within a business that is actively acquiring (preferably in the £1 m EV range).
• Strong financial modelling, commercial acumen, and deal execution skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills able to influence at board level and work with founder-led businesses.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously.
• UK-wide travel flexibility as required (with all expenses covered).

Additional Information

• Location: One role is fully remote (UK-based) . The other is hybrid (3 days in office / 2 days WFH) . Both require national travel.
• Remuneration: Competitive base salary of 0,000–£1 ,000 plus annual bonus and participation in a long-term incentive plan (LTIP).

Head of Corporate Development x 2

£90,000 - £10,000 base + bonus + LTIP

Location: Remote (UK-based) and Hybrid

Travel Required: UK-wide (as required for acquisitions)

Retained Search by Radley Green

The Opportunity

We are partnering with two high-growth, PE-backed businesses on a buy-and-build journey, each seeking a Head of Corporate Development to lead and manage their acquisition pipeline across the UK. Reporting directly to the CFO (and working closely with the CEO and board), the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic M&A opportunities that align with each business’s ambitious growth strategy.

This is an ideal opportunity for an individual currently in a commercial M&A role within industry who is looking to take full ownership of the end-to-end acquisition lifecycle in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Originate and evaluate acquisition opportunities aligned with strategic growth plans.
• Own and lead the M&A process end-to-end: from deal sourcing and financial modelling to due diligence, valuation, negotiation, and integration planning.
• Develop and maintain relationships with advisors, brokers, and potential target businesses across the UK.
• Partner with senior leadership and the board to prepare investment cases and present recommendations.
• Manage deal execution , coordinating with legal, finance, and operational stakeholders.
• Track market activity and provide insights on trends, competitors, and potential targets.
• Contribute to post-deal integration planning, ensuring smooth operational alignment post-acquisition.

Profile Sought

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with a strong background in corporate finance, transaction services, or M&A advisory.
• Currently working in-house in a corporate development or M&A role within a business that is actively acquiring (preferably in the £1 m EV range).
• Strong financial modelling, commercial acumen, and deal execution skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills able to influence at board level and work with founder-led businesses.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously.
• UK-wide travel flexibility as required (with all expenses covered).

Additional Information

• Location: One role is fully remote (UK-based) . The other is hybrid (3 days in office / 2 days WFH) . Both require national travel.
• Remuneration: Competitive base salary of 0,000–£1 ,000 plus annual bonus and participation in a long-term incentive plan (LTIP).

Recognised as a Great Place to Work, ITRS is an Enterprise SaaS provider with industry-leading solutions. Our prestigious customer base includes 90% of the world's top investment banks. We are backed by leading private equity investors and are rapidly growing.

Our headquarters are in Shoreditch - London's tech hub – with offices in other UK and global locations from the Netherlands to Manila, NYC and Florida. We pride ourselves on a diverse, friendly, dynamic culture - with a focus on internal promotion and developing our people.

As we continue to grow, ITRS is looking for a Junior Corporate Development Analyst to play a critical role in shaping our strategic direction. If you have a passion for strategy, market analysis, and M&A.

Reporting to our Global Head of Corporate Development & FP&A, as a C orporate Development Analyst, you will identify, assess, and establish strategic growth opportunities, including:

• Market assessments and competitive intelligence
• Mergers & acquisitions (M&A) and investment opportunities
• Financial modelling and valuation analysis
• Strategic partnerships and corporate strategy initiatives

This is a high-visibility role with direct exposure to senior leadership, providing hands-on experience in strategic decision-making and financial evaluation.

Market Research & Strategic Analysis

• Conduct in-depth market research to evaluate industry trends, competitive positioning, and emerging opportunities.
• Develop insightful reports and presentations on market dynamics, M&A trends, and strategic initiatives.
• Analyse product and technology gaps, collaborating with product and engineering teams to identify areas for expansion.
• Support executive leadership with strategic recommendations on market expansion, pricing strategies, and product positioning.

Financial Analysis & Transaction Execution

• Prepare investment recommendations and business case reports for Executive Committees and Board approvals.
• Support the build and maintenance of detailed financial analysis and models to assess strategic initiatives and investment opportunities, including valuations and potential synergy assessment.
• Support the end-to-end M&A process, from deal sourcing and evaluation to due diligence and post-merger integration.

• Coordinate financial, legal, and operational due diligence, working with external advisors.
• Manage transaction data rooms and facilitate partner communication throughout the deal cycle.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of corporate experience:
• Experience working in a strategy consultancy environment at a Tier-1 Consulting Firm or within a Big 4 Strategy & Consulting team
• OR in a deal-focused role within:
• A corporate M&A team, private equity or venture capital
• Investment Banking or Big 4 M&A advisory
• Financial modelling and valuation skills (Excel proficiency required).
• Experience analysing complex financial data and providing strategic insights.
• Experience presenting complex data insights to senior partners and executives.

A person in this role would benefit from the following:

• Experience in the B2B software or technology sector.
• Prior exposure to corporate strategy or post-merger integration

Benefits

• Health Insurance and Dental Health Cover for you and your dependants
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension
• Flexible Hybrid Working
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Travel Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Referral Bonus
• Buy and Sell Holiday
• Training Reimbursement

ITRS is an Equal Opportunity employer and Inclusion is part of our everyday life. We celebrate diversity and pride ourselves on providing an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and have a voice, allowing everyone to contribute equally. We remain committed to advocating inclusion, diversity, and equality into our ITRS family as we grow and enrich our business.

We welcome applications from everyone in the community as we recognise that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.