Director, M&A

For our client, we are seeking a Director, M&A to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. This role will focus on driving market development and deal origination with private equity and corporate development stakeholders across key accounts in the U.S. and Canada. You will partner closely with senior deal professionals and internal sales teams to shape coverage, build commercial strategy, and strengthen engagement across the M&A advisory process. The position also calls for creating urgency in high-pressure deal environments while helping expand the organization’s presence through strategic events and relationship-building. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $160,000 – $200,000 annually Responsibilities Own market development and deal origination across private equity and corporate development stakeholders Build and execute a relationship plan and coverage model for key accounts in the U.S. and Canada Engage with senior deal professionals to assess investment opportunities and decision-making processes Coordinate with sales teams to ensure clear account ownership and avoid overlap Create urgency in high-pressure deal environments while maintaining responsiveness throughout the deal process Develop commercial structures for M&A advisory capabilities, including pitch materials and pricing logic Define and manage event strategies to enhance market presence and relationship-building Qualifications 5-7 years of experience in deal origination and client engagement within private equity or investment banking Strong network of senior relationships in the financial services sector, particularly in the U.S. and Canada Proven ability to engage with high-level stakeholders and understand complex investment processes Experience in developing commercial strategies and sales enablement materials for M&A advisory services Deep knowledge of the automotive and mobility sectors, including OEMs and supply chains Benefits Opportunity to work with a high-caliber team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Access to a broad network of industry leaders and stakeholders Professional development opportunities through targeted training and mentorship Involvement in high-impact projects that shape the future of the automotive and mobility sectors Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.