M&A Origination Associate

M&A Origination Analyst

Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits
Role Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Join a High-Growth, Private Equity-Backed Tech Company Driving M&A at Scale

Are you a commercially minded professional with a passion for deal sourcing and relationship building? Are you ready to join a dynamic M&A team within a fast-paced, acquisition-led organisation?

ClearCourse is one of the UK’s most active private equity-backed software and payments groups, having completed over 40 acquisitions in the past six years. We are now seeking an M&A Origination Analyst to join our high-performing team, supporting target identification, outreach, and pipeline development for future deals.

This is a career-defining opportunity for someone with deal origination, lead generation, or consultative sales experience who’s eager to step into the world of M&A strategy and execution. You’ll play a key role in helping us identify and connect with businesses that align with our ambitious growth strategy.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Proactively research and identify potential acquisition targets using market analysis and competitor insights
• Lead outreach to business owners and stakeholders, initiating meaningful conversations and introducing the ClearCourse proposition
• Build and manage a robust direct origination programme, fostering relationships with founders, M&A advisors, and industry professionals
• Help maintain and develop the acquisition pipeline, ensuring accurate tracking of deal progress and target engagement
• Support the preparation of presentations, company profiles, and industry research to inform decision-making
• Collaborate closely with the wider M&A team, supporting various aspects of end-to-end deal execution when required

What We’re Looking For:

• 1–3 years’ experience in deal origination, lead generation, consultative sales, or a similar commercial environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a natural ability to build rapport with senior stakeholders
• A strategic thinker with a data-driven, analytical approach
• Highly motivated, commercially curious, and results-oriented
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment and manage competing priorities
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisation skills
• Interest in pursuing a long-term career in M&A, corporate development, or private equity

Why Join ClearCourse?

At ClearCourse, we are building a collaborative group of software and payments businesses that empower our customers to grow and succeed. With the backing of a leading private equity firm, a proven acquisition track record, and a supportive culture, you’ll gain unrivalled exposure to high-impact projects and long-term career development.

Our Benefits Include:

• 25 days annual leave + your birthday off
• Private Medical Insurance (Bupa), including mental health, cancer, optical, dental and therapy cover
• Health cash plan – claim back everyday health costs
• Life assurance – 4x your base salary
• Group income protection – 75% of base salary during long-term illness
• Enhanced parental leave
• Employee wellbeing programmes, including Peppy Health
• Access to Perkbox for over 4,000 perks and discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Generous pension contributions
• Professional development budgets and reimbursement for relevant memberships

Apply Now!

If you're looking to kickstart or grow your M&A career in an ambitious, high-growth environment, we want to hear from you.