Average Corporate Analyst salary in the UK

Corporate Finance Analyst- Inhouse £30,000 - £45,000 + bonus BirminghamA leading European buy-and-build platform is expanding its presence in the UK and is looking for an M&A Analyst to join its growing team in Birmingham. Backed by a well-established investment firm, the company has a strong track record of acquiring and scaling founder-led businesses across Europe, with ambitions to accelerate its UK expansion through multiple acquisitions per year. The Opportunity Join the UK team at an early stage and be part of a high-volume M&A environment within a professional private equity-backed setting.Work for a rapidly growing European investment platform with an active acquisition strategy.Take ownership of the investment process, from sourcing to closing, including analysis, valuation, due diligence, and negotiations.Be part of a dynamic and entrepreneurial team, working alongside experienced professionals in a high-growth environment.Competitive salary package, including performance-based incentives.Hybrid working model, with opportunities to travel to target businesses and company offices across the UK and Europe. Key Responsibilities Support the UK M&A lead throughout the entire investment process.Identify and engage with potential acquisition targets, expanding the deal pipeline.Build and maintain relationships with financial advisors, industry experts, and business owners.Conduct financial analysis, due diligence, and valuation assessments of potential acquisitions.Prepare investment materials, presentations, and internal reports.Contribute to negotiations and, for smaller transactions, take ownership of deal execution.Play a key role in developing the UK M&A team's culture and operations. Your Profile Bachelor's or master's degree in business, finance, or a related field with strong academic performance.1+ years of M&A experience, ideally within transaction services, private equity, or corporate financeExperience of financial modelling, valuation, and accounting skills, with experience analysing UK company financials (balance sheet, P&L, cash flow).Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.Highly motivated, entrepreneurial, and results-driven with strong attention to detail.Willingness to travel within the UK. This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established investment platform at an exciting stage of its UK expansion. If you are looking for a hands-on role in a high-growth, deal-driven environment, we would love to hear from you. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Your new companyA leading international bank is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Credit Analyst to join its Credit Management function in London. This role sits within the second line of defence (2LoD) and plays a critical part in supporting the bank's corporate and institutional business through robust credit risk assessment and monitoring. Your new role Prepare detailed credit risk assessments and recommendations for new and existing corporate clients, based on proposals submitted by front office teams.Conduct in-depth analysis of counterparties, industries, financial statements, cash flows, and transaction structures.Draft and update credit applications, including waiver requests, limit renewals, and new transaction proposals.Present credit reports to internal Credit Committees and respond to queries from senior stakeholders.Collaborate with first line of defence (1LoD) teams to support business strategy and client onboarding.Monitor credit exposures and industry developments across an assigned portfolio.Develop and maintain financial models to track credit and market signals.Ensure compliance with internal credit policies and procedures.Manage the end-to-end credit approval process using internal systems and coordinate with front office teams to meet timelines. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in corporate credit analysis, ideally within an international banking environment. Seeking candidates with relevant Oil & Gas experience.Strong understanding of credit risk principles, financial analysis, and industry risk assessment.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex credit issues clearly.Familiarity with credit approval systems and regulatory expectations in the UK market.Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments. What you'll get in returnComprehensive VP Salary + Bonus + BenefitsWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Corporate Finance Manager Birmingham£50,000 £60,000 + bonus and enhanced benefits The Company We are currently working with an established business based in the Midlands, who are seeking a Corporate Finance Associate/Manager to join the team. You will be joining a fast-paced, expanding business, supporting partners on deal delivery, working as an advisor to mid market and lower mid market firms, across a range of sectors. The Role The role will be based out of their offices on a hybrid basis (with regular travel to meet clients). This position requires an ambitious individual, who is keen to join this high performing team of M&A specialists. You will continue your development and manage acquisitions, disposals, management buy outs and buy ins, along with fund-raising for clients across all sectors. Mentored by a team of experienced professionals, you will have the opportunity to work on a range of deals, both OMB's and Private Equity companies. The Candidate You will be a Qualified Accountant, ACA , ACCA or CIMA, with a passion for delivering high quality results. You will need to display a passion for corporate finance & M&A and ideally have 6 months + experience in either Corporate finance, transaction services or restructuring You must however be able to display the following attributes Excellent communication skills with the ability to build client relationshipsProactive and positive with a strong team focus and collaborative approachEstablish a strong working relationship with colleagues with the highest level of professionalism and integrityExcellent written, verbal and presentation skillsGood eye for detail and problem solving skillsStrong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects at one time. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a firm which has an excellent promotional track record. They are forward thinking, and are keen to develop their team further with a passionate team member who is keen to grow their career in M&A. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.