Divisional Corporate Development Director We’re looking for people to join the Access family, who share our passion for believing in better, and who will help us continue to grow.   Love Work. Love Life. Be You. - is central to our success and how we give our customers the freedom to do more of what's important to them.     What does Access offer you?  We offer a flexible, hybrid working environment where you can balance work and life while maintaining a strong office team-based culture. We deliver on what we say, taking the development of our people seriously. We’ll work with you to progress your success plan and provide opportunities to accelerate your career.  On top of a competitive salary, our standard 25 days holiday (which goes up the longer you’re with us), and a matched pension scheme, you’ll also be able to choose from a range of benefits to suit you. We’re an organisation that likes to give back, so you’ll also have one charity day allocated to support a cause that matters to you.     About you:  You are a highly motivated and experienced leader with a proven track record in M&A and operational management. You possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, enabling you to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. You have a strategic mindset and are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Day-to-day, you will:  • Work closely with the Divisional MD and M&A team to develop and execute the division's M&A strategy. • Identify, source, and execute acquisitions, leading the process from origination to completion. • Develop and deliver the investment case and Value Creation Plan (VCP) for each acquisition. • Oversee the integration of acquired businesses into the Access operating model. Your skills and experiences might also include:   • Extensive experience leading M&A transactions, including post-acquisition integration across operational, commercial, and financial aspects. • In-depth knowledge of the software industry and division-specific markets, with strong analytical skills to assess acquisition targets. • Proven expertise in financial modelling, investment case development, and effective communication with diverse stakeholders. • Skilled in project management, leading cross-functional teams to deliver seamless integrations and successful outcomes. What are we all about?  The Access Group is one of the largest UK-headquartered providers of business management software to small and mid-sized organisations in the UK, Ireland, USA and Asia Pacific. It helps more than 100,000 customers across commercial and non-profit sectors become more productive and efficient. Our products and solutions go beyond providing technology, we connect the right people with the right data, at the right time, through Access Workspace.   At Access, we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. If you're excited about this role, (even if your previous experience doesn't align perfectly), you might just be the perfect fit for us! We wholeheartedly believe in equality for all and the transformative power of diversity. Why not join our vibrant team where you can love what you do, love how you live, and most importantly, be authentically you? Let's make a difference together. Love Work. Love Life. Be You.