Director- Integration & Carve Out

About Unity Advisory Unity Advisory is a pure-play, experience-led CFO advisory firm providing integrated finance, commercial, tax and deals support. We are free from audit conflicts and AI-enabled by design, combining deep technical expertise with automation, analytics and AI built into the delivery of every engagement. We are building an alternative to traditional advisory firms, focused on clarity over complexity, outcomes over hours, and practical advice delivered at pace for CFOs making high-consequence decisions. The Role We are seeking entrepreneurial, client-centric, and hungry Directors to join our Deals practice. This role will be instrumental in developing our AI-enabled propositions on Post Merger Integration (inc. Synergy Development), Carve-out support, and broader Value Creation engagements. You’ll bring a strong track record of client leadership and subject matter expertise from a Big 4 or top-tier advisory environment. You’ll have experience advising Private Equity and/or Corporate clients at the C-Suite level. As a Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Unity Advisory’s market presence, mentoring senior talent, and developing innovative, outcome-driven solutions for clients. This is a hybrid leadership role based in our Mayfair office, offering the opportunity to build and lead the most forward-thinking Deals practice in the market. Responsibilities You will originate and develop client and engagement opportunities through focused business development, as well as leading on pitches, thought leadership, and events. You will co-develop, along with the wider team, the future operating model for deals, leading the thinking on the AI toolkit required to innovate new propositions and client services. Lead and deliver high-impact client engagements across PMI, Carve-out, and Value Creation for both PE & Corporate clients. Build and nurture a high-performing team, coaching Senior Managers and Managers to become future leaders. Collaborate with the wider Unity Advisory leadership team to evolve firm strategy and service offerings. Represent Unity Advisory in the market, building a trusted advisor profile with clients, investors, and partners. Be a key part of a fast-growing disrupter in the professional services market. What you'll bring: 10+ years' experience in a Deals / Value Creation role, with extensive and end-to-end experience in PMI & Carve-out (buy and sell side). Deep subject matter expertise including, but not limited to: Integration Blueprinting & Planning, Day 1 Readiness, Synergy Development, TSA Assessment & Management, Due Diligence, Equity Story, Target Operating Model, and IMO / Separation PMO. Significant senior leadership exposure, with a proven history of coaching and guiding teams. Proven track record of originating and delivering large, complex transactions. Extensive experience with Private Equity clients and portfolio company situations. Strong influence and interpersonal skills, with the ability to challenge and partner with senior stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and lead high-performing teams. Entrepreneurial mindset and appetite to help build a challenger firm from the ground up. What you’ll get from us: The ability to develop your own market, propositions, and toolkit – with a clear runway to a Partner role. A dynamic culture where you will be supported and encouraged through client work and business development. An innovative AI toolkit, producing higher quality work products and enabling you to spend time on the more interesting aspects of your role. Additional Information At Unity Advisory, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we will accommodate any suitable candidate requiring assistance to attend or conduct an interview. If you need any adjustments or support, please let us know when either scheduling your interview or in your application cover letter. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and are here to support you throughout the process. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT WE DO NOT ACCEPT ANY UNSOLICITED CVS FROM THIRD PARTIES. Find Jobs in United Kingdom on Arbeitnow