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Company description: ClearCourse Job description: Role – M&A Manager Location - London Contract – Perm, full time & hybrid Join one of the UK’s fastest-growing private equity-backed technology groups. At ClearCourse, we’re building something extraordinary — a leading network of software and integrated payments companies that’s transforming how businesses work across multiple sectors. Backed by private equity investment, our growth journey is powered by strategic M&A, and we’re now looking for an exceptional M&A Manager to join our London-based team. This is a career-defining opportunity to be part of a high-performing, deal-driven environment where you’ll help shape the future of a rapidly expanding tech and payments group. About the Role As an M&A Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and executing acquisition opportunities across the UK and Ireland — and occasionally internationally. You’ll work closely with senior leadership, supporting every stage of the deal lifecycle, from origination to post-merger integration. You’ll combine sharp financial acumen with strong commercial judgment to deliver deals that accelerate growth, expand market presence, and create long-term value. Key Responsibilities Support the development and execution of ClearCourse’s M&A strategy Identify, assess, and manage acquisition opportunities in the software and payments sectors Lead financial modelling, valuation analysis, due diligence, and deal execution Partner with cross-functional teams (finance, legal, operations, tech) to ensure seamless transactions Develop business cases and present insights to senior leadership and investors Build and maintain relationships with