Associate Corporate Finance | M&A | Investment Banking

Foot Anstey

Job Title: Managing Associate or Principal Director Ready to take your career to the next level? We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shape the future together. ** Note to agencies – we are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not accepting applications from agencies.  ________________________________________ The role in 60 seconds * Role: Managing Associate or Principal Director * Team: Corporate * Location: Hybrid working from Bristol * Working Pattern: Full-time/Part-time/Flexible * Why this role matters: This is an opportunity for someone to craft and build a practice of their own within the Bristol marketplace, with the support to grow and develop their career accordingly. ________________________________________ What you’ll do * Work on investment rounds, growth strategies (organic or through buy and build), group restructurings and exits. * Be enthusiastic about business development – both for the team and the firm more widely – we will actively support and encourage you to engage in profile building and networking activities from the start. * Our clients are typically owner managed or family businesses where our advice and support can be instrumental to their future success, and you will look to forge strong and effective lasting relationships with your clients from the outset. * You will experience a personalised approach to achieving the right balance of independence to manage your own matters, combined with the support and supervision from senior colleagues. ________________________________________ What we’re looking for We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and; * A senior Corporate Solicitor looking for the next step in your career by building and leading something which you own or seeking to work with larger and more complex clients. * Self-motivated, client and market focussed, with a desire to actively contribute towards the continued success of a team with a strong track record of recently delivered growth * Existing corporate finance contacts and connections in the Bristol market are welcome, but not essential. * With a passion for working directly with owner managed businesses, you will be keen to develop your skills with clients, seeking to understand the commercial context of their business and to gain confidence to provide the right advice at the right moment.  ________________________________________ Join a seriously ambitious firm At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out: * An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark. * A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises. * A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative. * A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities. * Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals. ________________________________________ Progressive benefits tailored to you We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including: * Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus. * Enhanced parental leave policies. * Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships). * An open, flexible working environment. * Find out more about our benefits and work environment here Life at Foot Anstey | Foot Anstey ________________________________________ Ready to apply?  * Hit the "Apply Now" button. * Send us your CV and a quick note on why this role is perfect for you. * Our team will review your application and be in touch, whatever the outcome. * Invited for interview? * With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews, our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step, ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do. * We’re here to support your individual needs. If you require any adaptations or adjustments, we’re more than happy to accommodate these. Before your interview, we’ll contact you to discuss the themes we’ll cover and answer any questions you might have. * If you’d like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview, just let us know. Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

Everfield

About Everfield Everfield is a platform with a mission of acquiring, building and operating vertical market and specialist software companies, focused on European businesses. We invest in and provide support and best practices to software companies for them to live up to their full potential by offering a very established approach to promote growth. Everfield is looking to be the leader in European Vertical and specialist software solutions across myriad niche industries that provide mission-critical applications, services, and support to their clients. Everfield seeks to deliver innovation and growth to its acquired companies by providing best practices and operational support to help identify opportunities and install proven methodologies to accelerate customer and market share. Everfield is located throughout Europe, with offices in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, France, Poland and Spain. Responsibilities * Identify and connect with vertical software businesses across diverse sectors. Initiate and maintain outreach and communication with potential targets, their owners, and stakeholders (incl. proper management of all CRM processes) * Collect and analyse data from various sources to effectively assess potential targets * Build strong relationships with CEOs, investment bankers, and industry veterans to facilitate connections with target companies * Represent Everfield in meetings with CEOs and at trade shows/conferences, with frequent travel * Prepare valuations (incl. full financial model) and conduct comprehensive analyses during the origination and due diligence processes * Lead and manage operationally all workstreams within the due diligence process from A-to-Z, including Finance, Tax, Tech, Legal and Commercial * Support and learn in legal and structuring aspects of the transaction * Develop/revise transaction materials, as well as documentation for investment committee purposes * Ensure all company information, calls, outreach activity is consistently and with high-quality saved in the CRM * Prepare and start negotiating SPA and other legal documents (i.e. employment agreements) with selling parties together with Acquisitions Manager * Manage and co-ordinate internal Everfield resources to ensure smooth integration and hand over of completed acquisitions * Support in in presenting (your) targets vis-a-vis Everfield management and our investor * Experience * At least 2-3 years of experience with evaluating companies in corporate development or at an investment bank, private equity or growth equity firm (in all cases, ideally with focus on tech / software) Competencies Professional * Familiar with every component and step of a transaction process, from sourcing through execution to closing * Strong analytical and financial skills * Expert in Excel and PowerPoint * Proficient in corporate finance and valuation, including software-specific valuations and metrics * Enables and leverages AI in daily work Personal * Understanding of and curiosity about software and technology * Tenacious, energetic, and outgoing personality * Able to adhere to processes while helping the team continuously improve and adapt them over time * Hands-on, able to work independently and autonomously, with a collaborative team spirit * Entrepreneurial and international mindset * Proactive by nature — wants to do more than the role requires, with an inherent eagerness to stay fully up to speed on all topics and to let the team shine Process * TA Screening call * Interview with Hiring Manager * Case study * Interview with Head of Acquisitions

Sumup

COMMERCIAL PLANNING SENIOR ASSOCIATE Berlin or London |  Commercial Operations ABOUT THE TEAM The Commercial Planning team sits at the heart of SumUp's commercial engine, turning complex data into the financial insight that shapes how we grow. We partner closely with channel leads, marketing, and product teams to make sure our planning is accurate, proactive, and genuinely useful to the people making decisions. We need someone who can own the analytical workstreams for our Acquisitions channels while building the kind of trusted relationships that make finance business partnering actually work. If you're energised by owning complex models, influencing commercial decisions, and being the person stakeholders turn to when they need clarity, this is the role for you. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Own end-to-end revenue and customer acquisition budget (CAB) planning for acquisition channels, building scalable financial models, running scenario analyses, and delivering proactive performance insights to senior stakeholders * Act as the primary finance business partner for channel leads, building trusted relationships, embedding financial models into commercial decision-making, and influencing assumptions through rigorous analysis * Conduct deep-dive analyses at country, merchant category, and channel level to surface revenue risks and opportunities, and present findings clearly to senior, non-technical audiences * Build business cases and product-level revenue forecasts to support existing and new product growth initiatives * Contribute to the migration of commercial planning from spreadsheets to scalable forecasting tools, and help reduce manual effort in month-end reporting workflows * Provide day-to-day guidance to an intern and/or analyst, helping them develop their skills and navigate complex analytical tasks YOU'LL BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF… * Strong experience in FP&A, revenue planning, business analytics, or management consulting, with a track record of owning complex analytical workstreams independently * Expert-level financial modelling skills, including multi-driver models and scenario analysis, with advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets * Proven ability to act as a trusted finance business partner to commercial or marketing stakeholders, comfortable influencing decisions and building relationships across functions * Working knowledge of SQL for data extraction and manipulation from large datasets * Clear and structured communicator, able to translate complex analysis into sharp, actionable insight for senior non-technical audiences * Comfort working in fast-moving environments where priorities shift, and structure is still being built WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN SUMUP If you're based in Berlin: * 🌎 Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our Berlin office. This involves an office-first setup * 🌈 Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's perspectives are respected and embraced * 🚀 Enrolment onto our Virtual Stock Option programme: you will own a stake in SumUp's future success * 📚 A dedicated annual L&D budget of €2000 for your individual development, which can be used to attend conferences and/or advance your career through further education * 💶 A corporate pension scheme where we match up to 20% of your contributions * 🏖 Generous time off: enjoy 28 days of paid leave plus public holidays and special leave days * 🏋️ Numerous other benefits such as Urban Sports Club subsidy, Kita placement assistance, subsidised office lunches * 🌴 Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service * 🔗 Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team If you're based in London: * 🌎 Opportunity to work with a truly global, multicultural team from our central Covent Garden location, wrapped in historic charm and modern flair. This involves an office-first setup * 🌈 Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's perspectives are respected and embraced * 🚀 Enrolment onto our Virtual Stock Option programme: you will own a stake in SumUp's future success * 🏖 Generous time off: enjoy 28 days of paid leave, plus bank holidays and special leaves * 📚 A dedicated annual L&D budget for attending conferences and/or advancing your career through further education * 🏥 Health matters: private health insurance, including optical and dental * 🚗 Life made easier: salary-sacrifice commuter benefits via Gogeta * 💼 Financial security: retirement scheme (SumUp matches 7% when you contribute 5%) * 🛡 Peace of mind: life insurance from MetLife for 2× your salary * 🌴 Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service * 🔗 Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team ABOUT SUMUP Be empowered to do more that matters. At SumUp, we're on a mission to empower small businesses across the globe by providing simple and affordable tools that allow them to thrive. Today, over 4 million businesses in 37 markets rely on SumUp as their financial partner to manage payments, finance and customer relationships. Our commitment to small businesses is reflected in our diverse team of over 3,000 SumUppers from over 90 nationalities, united by global collaboration and an innovative mindset. Our core values lay the foundation for who we are and what we stand for, shaping our work culture and driving our success. We foster inclusivity and a continuous learning culture, providing a safe space for personal and professional growth. Our differences make us unique and strong as we strive to create an environment where everyone belongs and feels supported, no matter how they identify. SumUp is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, actively seeking and embracing diversity in our workforce. We don't make hiring or employment decisions based on race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. Our commitment extends beyond recruitment to creating a safe and respectful workplace where harassment of any form is strictly prohibited. Discover more about our culture and opportunities on our careers website, and follow our journey on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. Job Application Tip We recognise that candidates feel they need to meet 100% of the job criteria in order to apply for a job. Please note that this is only a guide. If you don’t tick every box, it’s ok too because it means you have room to learn and develop your career at SumUp.