M&A Associate

As a key member of the team and reporting to the Vice-President of M&A, you will help drive and manage the acquisition activities by sourcing and assisting in executing acquisitions of vertical market software companies.

Client Details

My client is a wholly owned subsidiary of a global group listed on the stock exchange. They are a global leader in enterprise management software solutions across multiple vertical markets.

Description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Involvement in all stages of the M&A process including: business development and lead prospecting, assisting in the drafting of letters of intent and agreements, conducting due diligence, developing valuation models and preparing investment memorandums;

• Develop and conduct prospecting campaigns of mid-market technology businesses through email, outbound calling, marketing activities and attendance at trade shows and conferences;

• Analyse industry and company specific information and present findings to senior executives;

• Maintain and build a proprietary database of industry contacts and acquisition targets;

• Engage with target shareholders, senior executives and external advisors regarding deals; and

• Work directly with the executive team in all stages of the M&A process, including the CEO and UK Business Unit Managers.

Profile

• Experience at a top-tier accounting firm, investment bank or private equity firm, with preference given to those with an ACA accounting degree;

• Excellent academic performance in an undergraduate degree and / or in obtaining a professional designation;

• Strong Excel skills, proficient in building complex financial models and comfortable with manipulating and analysing large data sets;

• Able to remain focused on results and diligent in a fast-paced environment;

• Very well organised, detail-oriented and able to work variable hours when required;

• Advanced verbal and written communication skills with the confidence and polish to speak with Senior Executives, owners of target companies, professionals and investment bankers / brokers;

• Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM systems is an asset; and

• A strong understanding of technology and the software industry is an asset.

Job Offer

£50,000 - £55,000 plus bonus and benefits