Origination Executive (M&A)

Deal Origination Executive (High-Energy Cold Outreach Role)

Salary: Up to £35,000 + uncapped bonus

Location: Birmingham

About the Role

This is a role for someone who genuinely enjoys starting conversations from scratch. You'll be the first voice founders, CEOs, and investors hear - opening doors, sparking interest, and building relationships through confident, personable outreach.

If you're motivated, energetic, and thrive in a fast-paced B2B environment where every call can turn into an opportunity, this is your arena. You'll gain exposure to the world of M&A while developing a strong network across the software and technology sector.

What You'll Be Doing

Cold Outreach & Pipeline Generation

• Identify and contact potential acquisition targets and strategic partners
• Make confident outbound calls to founders, CEOs, and investors
• Build a strong, well-qualified pipeline of conversations
• Represent the company at industry events and networking sessions

Relationship-Building

• Hold initial qualification calls with senior decision-makers
• Build rapport quickly and naturally with high-level stakeholders
• Arrange follow-up meetings with the Head of M&A
• Keep CRM activity organised and up to date

Market Awareness

• Research the software and tech landscape to spot emerging opportunities
• Track competitor activity and deal flow
• Produce concise market briefs, target lists, and opportunity summaries

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Around 2 years' experience in B2B sales, business development, or similar
• Comfortable with cold outreach and building long-term relationships
• Confident communicator who enjoys speaking with senior leaders
• Strong research instincts and commercial awareness
• Highly organised, proactive, and self-motivated
• Able to manage multiple conversations at once

Desirable

• Experience in deal origination, corporate finance, VC, or investment markets
• Existing network of founders, investors, or advisors

What's in It for You

• Base salary up to £35,000
• Uncapped performance bonus
• Pension, healthcare, and professional development support
• Exposure to high-growth tech businesses and senior M&A leaders
• A fast-paced, commercial role with real progression

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