Senior Manager, M&A Client Engagement And Deal Operations

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Senior Manager, M&A Client Engagement & Deal Operations                      North America & EuropeCompensation & BenefitsWe offer a competitive compensation package, including:Gross Monthly Salary: PKR 200,000
Department: M&A Advisory / Deal OperationsReports To: Founding Partners & General Manager (with day-to-day direction from the Founder & Managing Partner)Location: DHA Phase VI, Bukhari Commercial, KarachiWorking Hours: From 6:00 PM to 3:00 AM, Monday to Friday, Onsite.Travel: Occasional travel may be required for client meetings, transaction activities, and internal business sessions.About Cannar M&ACannar M&A is a boutique mergers and acquisitions advisory firm serving small and mid-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate buyers across North America and Europe.We provide trusted sell-side, buy-side, pre-sale, and post-acquisition advisory services by combining commercial insight, financial expertise, operational experience, and a highly confidential, relationship-driven approach. Our objective is to deliver exceptional client experiences while helping business owners successfully achieve their strategic and financial goals.The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced, highly organized, and client-focused professional to join our growing team as Senior Manager, M&A Client Engagement & Deal Operations.This position plays a pivotal leadership role in managing the operational execution of multiple cross-border M&A engagements. Working closely with the Founding Partners, you will become the primary coordination and communication lead throughout the transaction lifecycle from lead handover and client onboarding through due diligence and transaction closing.The successful candidate will ensure every engagement progresses efficiently by coordinating stakeholders, managing communications, preparing executive briefing materials, tracking milestones, supervising internal teams, and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and client service.Please NoteThis is not a technical M&A advisory position.The role is responsible for transaction coordination, client engagement, operational excellence, and stakeholder management. Technical responsibilities including valuation, financial modelling, deal structuring, negotiation strategy, legal documentation, tax advice, accounting advice, due diligence opinions, and investment recommendations remain with the M&A Partners and appointed professional advisors.Long-Term Career OpportunityWe are looking for a professional who believes in long-term commitment and is excited to grow with the organization.Based on sustained high performance, leadership capability, and business requirements, this role offers a defined pathway to progression into the position of M&A Country Director Southeast Asia within approximately 3–5 years.Key ResponsibilitiesClient Engagement & Relationship Management·      Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for sellers, buyers, investors, and approved stakeholders.·      Deliver an outstanding client experience throughout every stage of the transaction.·      Build trusted relationships through responsive communication, professionalism, and discretion.·      Coordinate onboarding, engagement documentation, NDAs, questionnaires, and administrative requirements.·      Maintain regular communication while ensuring client expectations are effectively managed.
Transaction Coordination·      Manage multiple live M&A engagements simultaneously.·      Coordinate meetings, agendas, executive briefing packs, follow-up communications, and action plans.·      Track transaction milestones, approvals, information requests, dependencies, and deadlines.·      Coordinate document exchange and virtual data rooms while maintaining confidentiality and version control.·      Ensure all stakeholders receive approved information accurately and on time.
Executive Support·      Prepare executive briefing papers, company profiles, business summaries, and management reports.·      Attend meetings with clients, investors, buyers, and professional advisors.·      Produce concise meeting minutes and action trackers within agreed timelines.·      Keep the Partners fully informed, enabling them to focus on commercial advice and negotiations.
Internal Leadership·      Coordinate the work of research, sourcing, marketing, and administrative teams.·      Translate Partner instructions into clear deliverables and deadlines.·      Monitor progress across multiple engagements and resolve operational bottlenecks.·      Supervise at least one direct report through coaching, performance management, and professional development.
Process Improvement & Reporting·      Maintain CRM systems, transaction trackers, document repositories, and reporting dashboards.·      Provide weekly management reports covering pipeline activity, risks, milestones, and operational priorities.·      Recommend improvements to workflows, templates, communication standards, and client experience.
Candidate ProfileWe are seeking an accomplished professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, client-facing environment and enjoys coordinating complex commercial transactions.Required Qualifications·      MBA from a top tier university or business school.·      Minimum 10 years of progressive professional experience.·      Experience in client engagement, transaction coordination, project management, consulting, corporate finance, professional services, or similar high-trust environments.·      Proven ability to manage multiple complex engagements simultaneously.·      Experience communicating directly with business owners, senior executives, investors, or corporate clients.·      Outstanding written and spoken English communication skills.
Preferred ExperienceExperience in one or more of the following sectors will be highly regarded:·      Mergers & Acquisitions·      Investment Banking·      Corporate Finance·      Private Equity·      Business Brokerage·      Consulting·      Accounting Advisory·      Legal Advisory
International exposure, project management certifications, CRM expertise, digital marketing experience, and proficiency in an additional European language will be considered advantageous.Core CompetenciesThe ideal candidate will demonstrate:·      Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills·      Executive presence and stakeholder management·      Strong commercial awareness·      Excellent organizational and project management abilities·      Outstanding attention to detail·      High ethical standards and confidentiality·      Sound judgment and decision-making·      Leadership and people management capability·      Ability to prioritize multiple assignments under pressure·      Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, CRM platforms, project management software, e-signature solutions, and virtual data rooms
Compensation & BenefitsWe offer a competitive compensation package, including:
Gross Monthly Salary: PKR 200,000
Performance-Based Commission: 0.5% of the total value of each qualifying transaction, subject to Company policy
Professional Development: Shared monthly learning and book allowance of PKR 20,000 for the M&A team
Direct mentorship from experienced M&A professionals
Exposure to international cross-border transactions
Significant long-term leadership and career growth opportunities
Why Join Cannar M&A?Joining Cannar M&A offers the opportunity to work directly with experienced M&A professionals on sophisticated cross-border transactions involving business owners, entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate buyers throughout North America and Europe.If you are an organized, commercially minded professional who enjoys leading complex engagements, building trusted client relationships, and driving operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.How to ApplyInterested candidates should email their resume to:[email protected] Subject Line: Application – Senior Manager, M&A Client Engagement & Deal Operations