17 Deal Advisory jobs in the United Kingdom

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact.

We are now looking for a senior individual to join the global  Energy, Infrastructure & Environment team, with the role being based in Edinburgh.  

Forvis Mazars' Energy, Infrastructure & Environment practice is trusted by the world's leading investors and developers in the sector to deliver a broad range of services. Within this practice, the Infrastructure Finance business unit provides modelling, model audit, valuations, training and advisory services to clients across EMEA.  

To lead the development of UK regional sector offering within Forvis Mazars Energy, Infrastructure & Environment team by developing local relationships focussed on Scotland (Edinburgh, Glasgow), Northern England and Midlands (Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham,) regions and building sector knowledge, working closely with the other partners and directors based in the region as well as the wider sector leadership team.

We are now looking for the right person to help drive the business forward. The right person would have:  

• Significant experience in the energy and infrastructure sector and a strong existing network of sector clients and relationships.

• Have excellent client relationship building skills, combining commitment to first-rate client service with the curiosity to understand the client's business strategy and assets.  

• Bring execution capacity, relationships, BD focus and strategy, helping to implement the existing business and to drive new business.
• A key point of contact for other Forvis Mazars firms with energy and infrastructure opportunities and other UK service lines.
• Play a full role in our energy and infrastructure sector marketing strategy and be seen as a sector expert both within Forvis Mazars and externally.

The role is a senior one which would involve high levels of collaboration with multiple other senior individuals across Forvis Mazars (both within the UK and internationally) and the right person would be able to use it as a platform to either push for partnership or develop a leadership role as a partner.  

• Business development and broader team management to deliver assignments.

• Shape up and deliver the regional sector strategy for Forvis Mazars Energy and Infrastructure offering.  

• Develop market intelligence and sector knowledge to prepare for new client opportunities and pitches.  

• Take lead on proposal documents for new opportunities and help to convert these.  

• Build an external network, developing a strong rapport with both existing and target clients and key market constituents.  

• Lead the team in marketing activity as well as building own market profile.  

• Build an internal network within Forvis Mazars (both in the UK and internationally), to maximise the value we bring to clients and opportunities for the firm as a whole.  

• Work as part of an integrated deal advisory offering, working closely with colleagues across Transaction Services, Tax and other advisory teams.

• Promote Forvis Mazars energy and infrastructure sector knowledge both within the broader teams at Forvis Mazars and to other relevant parts of the firm.  

• Manage delivery of client engagements by directing the team to achieve client objectives across various service offerings  

• Taking the day to day lead role in running assignments, typically with a portfolio of assignments at any one time.   

• Help to develop our client deliverables, processes and our team technically by ensuring that they are properly informed by relevant sector dynamics and a commercial understanding;  

• Acting as a mentor to junior team members: help individuals to achieve their potential through coaching, training and development.  

• Reviewing the work of others and provide informal feedback throughout the fieldwork stage.    

• Help to ensure that our deliverables and other outputs are visually effective and clear;   

• Build broader market relationships and knowledge that will help to ensure that our valuations are up to date and informed by the latest market insights; help to build the culture of the team so that junior team members also become used to doing this;  

• Help to promote a general culture of learning and development across the team from one job to the next;  

• Potential for line management responsibilities for staff in London, Delhi and Pune.  

• The right person is likely to have a number of years of experience doing sector advisory work in the energy and infrastructure sector.

• Strong track record in the energy & infrastructure sector, gained through advising different types of sector clients.

• Proven track record of building  business and leading  teams in a senior leadership role.

• Good understanding of the industry, key sector trends and the key players in the market.  

• Excellent written and oral presentation skills.

• Demonstrable project management skills and ability to work toward demanding timetables.  

• Track record of building enduring relationships with clients through repeat work.

• Ability to interpret and present results, identify issues through sound analysis and application of commercial acumen in all situations.  

• Be a highly pro-active, confident leader with a proven ability to build constructive professional relationships at all levels  

• Detailed understanding of engagement and risk processes used in an accountancy firm context, and experience of applying these.

• Accounting and/or broader finance knowledge, including qualifications such as the ACA or CFA, would be desirable but not essential.  

• Fluency in English both written and verbal is mandatory and fluency in a second EU language is desirable  

• Self-motivated, ambitious and hard working. Driven by a passion to provide excellent client service and to build a growing business, with a strong team ethic.

At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients.

We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith.

We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team members to reach their potential.

At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.

• Provide expert financial and strategic advice to clients across various industries.
• Conduct thorough business valuations and financial due diligence investigations.
• Assist clients with mergers, acquisitions, and disposals, including deal structuring and negotiation support.
• Develop comprehensive financial models and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for clients and stakeholders.
• Manage client engagements from inception to completion, ensuring high standards of service delivery.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, contributing to the firm's growth.
• Stay abreast of current accounting standards, tax regulations, and market trends.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the advisory team.

• Fully qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Significant post-qualification experience in financial advisory, corporate finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in business valuation, M&A, and/or due diligence.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of business dynamics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and analysis software.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Experience in team leadership and client management.

• Provide comprehensive financial advice and planning services to clients.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including investment appraisals and risk assessments.
• Develop and implement effective tax planning strategies.
• Assist clients with business valuation, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Prepare and interpret complex financial statements and reports.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and legislation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their evolving needs.
• Collaborate with other professionals, such as solicitors and investment managers, to provide holistic advice.
• Stay up-to-date with market trends, economic developments, and changes in financial regulations.
• Contribute to the development of new service offerings and business strategies.
• Mentor and support junior members of the advisory team.

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, ICAS, or equivalent).
• Significant post-qualification experience in accounting and financial advisory.
• Strong understanding of UK financial regulations and tax laws.
• Proven experience in financial planning, investment analysis, and business advisory.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and accounting software.
• Ability to manage multiple client portfolios and deadlines effectively.
• Strong business acumen and commercial awareness.
• Commitment to professional development and ethical practice.

Please note this role is based across the following locations. You must be located in the following locations to apply: Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Dublin, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester

About The Opportunity:

Teneo's global Financial Advisory business advises corporates, creditors and other financial stakeholders in situations of financial stress and distress. No two situations are the same. Our advice and approach is tailored to each situation and each client. At Teneo, we believe such occurrences present new opportunities for our clients. Opportunities to restore value, raise new capital, pivot in a new direction and ultimately, identify certainty amidst chaos. Teneo partners with clients to find viable opportunities that will protect and enhance value and help them to build strategies that will most benefit their business and/or investment goals.

Integrating the disciplines of financial advisory, management consulting, strategic communications, risk advisory and people advisory, Teneo's global Financial Advisory team guides companies and their stakeholders through periods of uncertainty and stress.

We help address the challenges a business faces, whether that is targeted performance improvement to financial performance, or delivering a route to recover value, our focus is delivering certainty from uncertainty.

What You'll Be Doing:

Our programme offers a 3-year experience where you'll work towards your chartered accountancy qualification while gaining invaluable experience across our Financial Advisory business. From day one, after your induction, you'll dive into real-world projects, developing both technical expertise and broader business advisory skills.

Here's what you can expect

• Support senior colleagues with advising clients on commercial restructuring issues on several high-profile projects.
• Support a portfolio of insolvency appointments.
• Conduct market research, analyse data, and create insightful, clear reports and presentations.
• Produce high-quality deliverables within set timelines.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, learning directly from experienced professionals.
• Build sector-specific knowledge and understanding.
• Maintain relevant qualifications and pursue further learning, including professional certifications.

What sets our programme apart is the opportunity to rotate through our specialist teams, where you'll explore key areas such as corporate turnaround, M&A solutions, business valuations, and global capital markets, gaining a well-rounded foundation in financial advisory.

What We're Looking For:

• Achieved or on track for a 2.1 in any degree discipline from any UK university
• Graduating before September 2026
• Achieved a minimum of 136 UCAS points (or equivalent), including either Maths, a Science, Economics or Business Studies.
• Minimum GCSE English grade of 6
• Ability to align with Teneo's core values. Read about them here.
• Ability to work at one of the following locations: Dublin, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Glasgow or Edinburgh.

Application Process:

Stage 1: Online application and CV submission

Stage 2: Blended assessment - includes a video interview

Stage 3: Assessment centre

Our Commitment To Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

We believe that different perspectives and new ideas are essential for us to meaningfully partner with our clients globally. We are committed to investing in our people and fostering an environment of dignity and respect to create a sense of purpose and belonging for all.

In support of these objectives, we engage in targeted action to support our people, especially those from under-represented groups, in overcoming barriers and ensuring that each person is afforded the same opportunities to grow, develop and bring their whole self to work. We are taking active steps to build a culture of thinking, acting and leading inclusively that is embedded throughout our business. See here how Teneo is making a difference.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related quantitative field from a top-tier university.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, corporate finance, private equity, or transaction services.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and accounting principles.
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel (advanced modeling) and PowerPoint (presentation development).
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work effectively under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated interest and understanding of capital markets and corporate finance.
• Previous experience in M&A advisory or capital markets is highly preferred.

Financial Crime Advisory – Global Payments London (4 days in the office) Up to £90,000 + excellent benefits + discretionary bonus

This Financial Crime Advisory role is with a global payments firm operating in a fast-paced environment, supporting a broad mix of corporate and institutional clients. This is a financial crime opportunity for a confident Financial Crime professional with excellent stakeholder management skills who can hit the ground running.

The role will involve working closely with the first line of defence to identify, manage and mitigate financial crime risk but you will sit in the second line. This includes acting as the main point of contact for financial crime queries, supporting new business initiatives and client migrations, reviewing client activity to ensure onboarding and monitoring are consistent, and helping design and implement new systems and controls. You will also provide financial crime advice, training and best practice guidance across the business.

We are looking for someone with a solid track record in financial crime within the payments sector, able to operate in an advisory capacity and deliver pragmatic, risk-based guidance.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Financial Crime
• At least 2 years in a 2nd line financial crime advisory capacity
• Strong knowledge and proven ability to conduct risk assessments
• 4+ years’ experience across at least two regulated payments firms
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and confidence in a fast-paced environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a financial crime professional who enjoys both the technical and advisory aspects of the role and wants to make an impact in a global payments environment.

Financial Crime Advisory – Global Payments London (4 days in the office) Up to £90,000 + excellent benefits + discretionary bonus

This Financial Crime Advisory role is with a global payments firm operating in a fast-paced environment, supporting a broad mix of corporate and institutional clients. This is a financial crime opportunity for a confident Financial Crime professional with excellent stakeholder management skills who can hit the ground running.

The role will involve working closely with the first line of defence to identify, manage and mitigate financial crime risk but you will sit in the second line. This includes acting as the main point of contact for financial crime queries, supporting new business initiatives and client migrations, reviewing client activity to ensure onboarding and monitoring are consistent, and helping design and implement new systems and controls. You will also provide financial crime advice, training and best practice guidance across the business.

We are looking for someone with a solid track record in financial crime within the payments sector, able to operate in an advisory capacity and deliver pragmatic, risk-based guidance.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Financial Crime
• At least 2 years in a 2nd line financial crime advisory capacity
• Strong knowledge and proven ability to conduct risk assessments
• 4+ years’ experience across at least two regulated payments firms
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and confidence in a fast-paced environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a financial crime professional who enjoys both the technical and advisory aspects of the role and wants to make an impact in a global payments environment.

Financial Crime Advisory – Global Payments London (4 days in the office) Up to £90,000 + excellent benefits + discretionary bonus

This Financial Crime Advisory role is with a global payments firm operating in a fast-paced environment, supporting a broad mix of corporate and institutional clients. This is a financial crime opportunity for a confident Financial Crime professional with excellent stakeholder management skills who can hit the ground running.

The role will involve working closely with the first line of defence to identify, manage and mitigate financial crime risk but you will sit in the second line. This includes acting as the main point of contact for financial crime queries, supporting new business initiatives and client migrations, reviewing client activity to ensure onboarding and monitoring are consistent, and helping design and implement new systems and controls. You will also provide financial crime advice, training and best practice guidance across the business.

We are looking for someone with a solid track record in financial crime within the payments sector, able to operate in an advisory capacity and deliver pragmatic, risk-based guidance.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Financial Crime
• At least 2 years in a 2nd line financial crime advisory capacity
• Strong knowledge and proven ability to conduct risk assessments
• 4+ years’ experience across at least two regulated payments firms
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and confidence in a fast-paced environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a financial crime professional who enjoys both the technical and advisory aspects of the role and wants to make an impact in a global payments environment.

Financial Crime Advisory – Global Payments London (4 days in the office) Up to £90,000 + excellent benefits + discretionary bonus

This Financial Crime Advisory role is with a global payments firm operating in a fast-paced environment, supporting a broad mix of corporate and institutional clients. This is a financial crime opportunity for a confident Financial Crime professional with excellent stakeholder management skills who can hit the ground running.

The role will involve working closely with the first line of defence to identify, manage and mitigate financial crime risk but you will sit in the second line. This includes acting as the main point of contact for financial crime queries, supporting new business initiatives and client migrations, reviewing client activity to ensure onboarding and monitoring are consistent, and helping design and implement new systems and controls. You will also provide financial crime advice, training and best practice guidance across the business.

We are looking for someone with a solid track record in financial crime within the payments sector, able to operate in an advisory capacity and deliver pragmatic, risk-based guidance.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Financial Crime
• At least 2 years in a 2nd line financial crime advisory capacity
• Strong knowledge and proven ability to conduct risk assessments
• 4+ years’ experience across at least two regulated payments firms
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and confidence in a fast-paced environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a financial crime professional who enjoys both the technical and advisory aspects of the role and wants to make an impact in a global payments environment.