Transactions Senior Manager

KennedyPearce are working on an exciting, exclusive role hiring a Transactions Senior Manager to join an expanding real estate business in London. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded professional with a strong background in M&A and transactions, particularly within real estate, hospitality, or long-stay assets. Reporting to the Senior Director, you'll play a pivotal role in the execution and oversight of complex transactions, from initial deal structuring to completion. This is a high-impact role offering the chance to work across a fast-paced, dynamic deal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the execution of M&A and real estate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, and restructuring initiatives
• Perform financial analysis, due diligence coordination, and deal structuring
• Support negotiations and manage key stakeholders, including legal, financial, and operational teams
• Oversee external advisors (e.g. lawyers, tax, consultants) and manage transaction timelines
• Provide strategic input into investment decisions and business cases
• Monitor market activity and contribute to pipeline development and deal origination
• Deliver clear, insightful reporting and presentations to internal stakeholders and executive teams

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant or investment professional (ACA/ACCA/CFA or equivalent), with a minimum of 3 years post-qualified experience
• Demonstrated experience in M&A or corporate transactions, ideally with a focus on real estate, hospitality, or long-stay assets
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills
• Commercial mindset with a keen understanding of market drivers and investment strategy
• Exceptional project management skills and attention to detail
• Confident communicator and capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment