Associate Director Corporate Finance

An established, privately owned group is seeking an Associate Director to join its corporate finance and private capital function at a pivotal point in its evolution.

The organisation operates across media, digital platforms, technology and private capital, with a growing focus on long‑term, sustainable investments.

They are seeking a highly capable Associate Director to support group‑level corporate finance activity, including research and analysis to support strategic projects, M&A activity and monitor existing private capital investments, acting as a strategic connector across the broader group.

Working closely with senior leadership across operating businesses, investment activity and long‑term strategy and governance.

• Supporting inorganic growth strategies, including acquisitions, partnerships and minority or majority investments
• Conducting research and analysis to develop robust investment theses informed by macro trends, regulation and sector convergence
• Supporting strategic projects linked to M&A, investments and innovation initiatives across the group
• Translating complex commercial opportunities into clear, board‑ready recommendations
• Building financial models, valuations and scenario analyses to support senior decision‑making
• Preparing high‑quality business cases and investment papers for internal approval and governance

• Supporting governance and performance oversight across the private investment portfolio
• Monitoring financial and strategic KPIs and reporting to the investment committee
• Identifying opportunities for synergy and cross‑fertilisation across portfolio companies and group businesses
• Building trusted relationships with portfolio company leadership

• 5–8+ years’ experience in corporate finance, private equity, venture capital or institutional investing
• A strong track record in investment analysis across multiple sectors; exposure to clean tech, energy, agri‑tech or sustainability‑focused businesses would be advantageous
• Experience of commercial due diligence, deal structuring and transaction execution
• Advanced financial modelling and valuation capability, with a willingness to be hands‑on in a lean team
• Strong strategic and commercial judgement, with the ability to connect macro trends to practical opportunities
• Credibility and confidence engaging senior internal stakeholders, including board‑level audiences
• The maturity and resilience to operate effectively within a long‑term, privately owned environment

This is a rare opportunity to operate at group level within a values‑led environment. You will have genuine exposure to strategic direction, working closely with senior leaders at a time of meaningful change and ambition.

All applications will be responded to and managed by New Town Hanover.

Oban, Scotland, United Kingdom