Director, Sale & Purchase Agreement (SPA) Team
Job Summary
Line of Service
AdvisoryIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
DealsManagement Level
DirectorJob Description & Summary
PwC has thelargest dedicated SPA team in the UKand thebroadest international SPA network globally. This unique scale allows us to support clients seamlessly across borders and deliver market-leadingexpertisewherever deals take place.About the role:
Our teamadvisescorporateclientsprivate equityclientsand investment fundson the most value-critical aspects of SPAs including equity price negotiations and the drafting of key accounting provisions. Our work spanscompletion accounts locked box mechanisms leakage reviews earn-out provisions and disputesgiving clients the confidence to protect and create value at the decisive moments of a transaction.
As aDirector youwillplay aleadrole in steering negotiations influencing decision-makers and shaping outcomes that matter most to our clients.
What your days will look like:
- Client leadership: advising C-suite executives private equity investors and their advisers on complex SPA mechanisms and commercial negotiations.
- Transactionexpertise: leading the review and drafting of SPA accounting provisions completion accounts leakage claims and disputes.
- Project leadership: managing multiple high-value projects simultaneously ensuring quality timeliness and risk management.
- Team leadership: coaching mentoring and developing junior colleagues building a strong pipeline of SPA specialists.
- Business development: originating opportunitiesleadingpitches and building trusted relationships with clients and intermediaries.
- Practice development: helping shape PwCs SPAmethodology tools and market positioning ensuring weremainthe market leader.
The role is for you if:
- Must possess an ACA/ACCA/ICAS/CPA qualified (or international equivalent)
- Significant experiencein Transaction Advisory / M&A with a focus on SPAor completion accounts work.
- A proventrack recordofleading complex projects and advising at senior levels.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability toidentifykey value levers and negotiation tactics.
- Experience inbusiness development client origination and practice growth.
What youll receive from us:
No matter where you may be in your career or personal life our benefits are designed to add value and support recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.
We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.
Education (if blank degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback Accepting Feedback Active Listening Alteryx (Automation Platform) Analytical Thinking Budget Analysis Business Valuations Carve-Outs Cash Flow Analysis Coaching and Feedback Communication Compliance With Accounting Standards Contractual Risk Mitigation Creativity Data Analysis Data Analysis and Interpretation Data Analytics Data Integrity Deal Structures Draft Preparation Due Diligence Research Earnings Quality Embracing Change Emotional Regulation Empathy 49 moreDesired Languages (If blank desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Up to 20%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship
YesGovernment Clearance Required
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Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
About Company
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