Manager - Strategy & Transactions

Job description

We are supporting a global strategy consultancy focused on commercial due diligence and value creation, as they continue to invest in their London team.

The firm works closely with private equity investors and corporates, delivering high-impact projects across TMT, healthcare, consumer, business services and industrials, with a clear focus on commercial insight and investment decision support.

The Role

This is a Manager-level position with responsibility for leading engagements end-to-end in fast-paced, transaction environments.

You will be expected to:

• Lead commercial due diligence (CDD) engagements from start to finish, owning delivery and client interaction
• Manage project teams, ensuring quality of analysis and timely execution
• Conduct and oversee market assessments, competitor analysis and growth modelling
• Develop clear, commercially grounded recommendations for investors
• Present findings directly to clients, including senior stakeholders and deal teams
• Contribute to business development and proposal work

Projects are typically short-cycle and high-intensity, requiring strong ownership and the ability to manage multiple workstreams concurrently.

Why Join

• Direct exposure to front-end deal activity and investment decisions
• Opportunity to lead engagements with top-tier private equity clients
• A growing international platform, with continued investment in Europe
• Lean team structure offering real responsibility and accelerated progression
• Strong emphasis on commercial thinking and high-quality insight

Candidate Profile

• Experience in strategy consulting or commercial due diligence
• Proven track record of leading or managing CDD engagements
• Strong sector exposure across TMT, healthcare, consumer, business services or industrials
• Ability to own projects end-to-end, from scoping through to delivery
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in client-facing situations
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-demand deal environments

The Firm

A specialist strategy consultancy with an established reputation in commercial due diligence and growth strategy, particularly within the private equity space.

In recent years, the business has experienced significant global expansion, strengthening its presence across Europe and North America, alongside continued investment in senior hires and sector depth. The firm has also broadened its offering into value creation, digital strategy and data-led insights, positioning itself as a key partner across the full investment lifecycle.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-05-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English