Average Director Services salary in the UK

Director / Associate Director - Transaction Services (Financial Due Diligence) Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: Highly competitive + bonus + benefitsI'm working with a leading UK professional services firm that advises ambitious, entrepreneur-led and high-growth businesses across the UK. The firm supports clients through acquisitions, disposals and capital markets transactions, providing high-quality, commercially focused financial due diligence.This is a senior opportunity within a well-established Transaction Services team, with genuine scope to influence the direction of the business, develop people and build long-term client relationships.The opportunityYou'll play a key role in developing and growing the Transaction Services offering within Corporate Finance, working closely with Partners, Directors and other Associate Directors. Alongside delivery, you'll help shape service lines, mentor team members and contribute to business development.The role suits someone comfortable operating autonomously at a senior level, while collaborating closely with leadership and stakeholders across the firm.Key responsibilitiesSupport the management and growth of the Corporate Finance / Transaction Services team Lead and project manage large and complex financial due diligence engagements Take ownership of project delivery, timelines, budgets and issue resolution Develop existing and new service offerings within Transaction Services Build and maintain strong, trusted client relationships Demonstrate a clear understanding of clients' businesses and sectors Provide technical leadership and oversight on due diligence work Manage, mentor and develop team members, including appraisals, training and progression Act as a role model and senior point of contact within the team Convert existing opportunities into further Corporate Finance work Identify and develop new business opportunities Contribute to proposals, pitching and wider marketing activity Understand broader firm services and identify cross-selling opportunities Provide and act on clear, honest and timely feedbackAbout youACA or ACCA qualified (or overseas equivalent), or equivalent experience Strong background in Transaction Services / Financial Due Diligence Experience working within Corporate Finance Proven management and leadership experience Strong MS Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint For capital markets exposure, a solid understanding of relevant legislation Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders Commercially minded, proactive and adaptable in a dynamic environmentWhy consider this roleSenior level responsibility with real influence over strategy and growth Exposure to high-quality transactions and entrepreneurial clients Clear progression and long-term career development Supportive, people-focused culture with agile working A firm that invests in leadership, innovation and its futureThis role would suit an existing Associate Director or Director in Transaction Services, or a Senior Manager ready to step up into a broader, more influential position.________As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

A pivotal leadership role supporting a multi-entity and multi-site UK business. The role provides end-to-end financial leadership, partnering closely with senior operational stakeholders to drive performance, improve processes, and support strategic decision-making.Client DetailsOur client is a globally backed industrial technology and manufacturing group with a strong financial profile supported by a diverse base of long-standing customer relationships and a healthy pipeline of new business opportunities.Their business strategy is to provide is a fully integrated product offering, with capabilities spanning design, manufacture and aftermarket services. The business combines complex manufacturing operations with project-based delivery and long-term customer contracts, creating a dynamic and operationally focused environment which requires strong operational control and a disciplined commercial approach.As part of a larger global group, the company benefits from established governance, international scale, and access to advanced systems and technology platforms. At the same time, it maintains a decentralised and entrepreneurial UK structure, with local leadership empowered to drive performance, optimise operations, and lead strategic development.DescriptionProvide full financial leadership across the UK business, partnering the UK MD and Senior Management Team. Oversee all core finance activities including:Treasury and cash managementFinancial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)Financial and statutory accountingAccounts Payable / ReceivableLead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting and 5-year planning processes.Deliver robust financial analysis for strategic initiatives and capital investments (including DCF modelling)Partner with commercial and operational leaders to evaluate sales, pricing, and manufacturing strategiesEnsure accurate, timely financial reporting and statutory compliance across multiple UK entities.Provide oversight of tax, VAT and regulatory compliance, including group reporting requirements.Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, controls, and systems.Lead, mentor and develop the finance team, building capability and succession.Ensure maintenance and compliance with SOX controls and US GAAP reporting standards.Support financial system development and transformation initiatives.Deliver ad hoc financial insight to support executive decision-making.ProfileWe are seeking a commercially minded, hands-on Finance Director with strong leadership capabilities and a track record in complex operating environments.Candidate profile required;A professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.10+ years experience in senior finance / leadership rolesSignificant Manufacturing, Engineering, or Industrial sector exposure preferredProven ability to operate effectively within a multi-entity / international structureStrong financial control, FP&A and reporting capabilitiesExperience with US GAAP and SOX compliance highly advantageousExcellent understanding of UK tax and VAT regulationsComfortable with financial systems, data, and reporting toolsDemonstrated ability to partner and influence at Board levelStrong commercial acumen with the ability to translate financial insight into operational actionHands-on, pragmatic leadership style suited to a mid-sized, multi-site organisationStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsHigh levels of organisation, analytical capability, and attention to detailCollaborative approach with the ability to lead and develop teamsJob OfferCompetitive six figure salary and performance related bonus.Comprehensive benefits package (details to be provided).Direct exposure to senior leadership and influence over key business decisions.A broad, business-critical role spanning operational finance, strategy, and transformation.Opportunity to join a globally backed engineering group with strong market positioning.If you are a Finance Director looking to take the next step in your career, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact. Apply today to join a forward-thinking organisation.

If you are interested in this role or would like to explore new opportunities, then please contact James in Hays Construction and Property team on or email Your new companyHays are delighted to be working with a specialist provider delivering high-performance facilities across life sciences, pharma, and other critical environments. As an employee-owned and independent business, they design, build, validate and maintain complex technical spaces where innovation happens - from cutting-edge research facilities to highly controlled clean room environments.Their Facilities Services division supports the ongoing performance of these environments, ensuring compliance, uptime, and operational excellence for clients operating at the forefront of science and technology.Your new roleAs Facilities Service Lead, you will take on a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing technical service delivery across specialist and regulated environments. Acting as a key client interface, you will ensure services are delivered to the highest standard while building strong, long-term relationships.This role sits at the intersection of technical delivery and client engagement - requiring someone who can confidently lead teams, understand complex environments, and ask the right questions to drive value across both service delivery and client outcomes.You will also play a key role in supporting the growth of the Scotland Division, identifying opportunities within existing accounts and contributing to the wider development of the business.What you'll need to succeedStrong background in technical FM / hard servicesAbility to spot opportunities to enhance service offering and add value to existing client relationshipsExperience operating within specialist or critical environments (e.g. pharma, life sciences, laboratories, cleanrooms)Proven ability to lead and develop teamsComfortable engaging with clients and stakeholders at a senior levelAbility to understand complex environments and challenge themselves constructively through asking the right questionsExperience overseeing technical service delivery within regulated or high-compliance settingsWhat you'll get in returnOpportunity to take on a senior, leadership position within a growing specialist businessExposure to highly technical, niche sectors with long-term career valueAutonomy to shape and grow a regional functionWork within an employee-owned organisation where your contribution directly impacts successCompetitive salary and benefits package aligned to experienceWhat 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