Acquisition Executive

Overview

Liaise is a leading provider of high-quality specialist support services for adults with complex learning disabilities and needs. Our mission is to ensure that every person we support can live richer, happier lives. The company has grown from its first site in London to 43 services across South East England, London, Norfolk and Cambridgeshire. We are proud of our values and believe our team should be Positive, Progressive and Personal on an everyday basis and are now looking for an Acquisition Executive to support our growth expectations.

The Acquisition Executive is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and securing new service opportunities that support the growth and expansion of Liaise. This includes sourcing new properties and care providers, conducting due diligence, coordinating deal execution, and supporting post-acquisition integration. The role supports the strategic development of the organisation and works closely with senior leadership, finance, operations, and external advisors.

• Lead the identification of property and service acquisition opportunities in line with strategic goals.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of potential targets and sites through research and market networking.
• Conduct initial feasibility, financial modelling, and risk assessment for opportunities.

• Develop relationships with estate agents, care providers, landlords, developers, and commissioners.
• Attend industry events and represent Liaise to explore partnership and acquisition opportunities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends and competitor activity.

• Work collaboratively with internal teams (finance, care, estates, HR) to assess viability and support acquisition planning.
• Coordinate internal sign-off processes, documentation, and reporting.
• Track project milestones and ensure timely completion of acquisition phases.

• Support the transition of newly acquired services or properties into the Liaise portfolio.
• Assist with communication, onboarding, and operational alignment of acquired teams and locations.
• Monitor initial post-acquisition performance and assist with issue resolution.

Essential

• Experience in acquisitions, business development, architecture or property sourcing within health or social care sectors.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and commercial skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proficient in financial modelling, due diligence, and project planning.

Desirable

• Professional qualification in business, property, architecture or finance (e.g., MRICS, MBA, ACCA).
• Experience in integrating acquired businesses or services.
• Understanding of supported living, residential care, or public sector commissioning.

• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel frequently.
• Self-starter with high initiative and strategic focus.