
M&A Associate
Hamburg, Niedersachsen, GermanyM&A
Job description
We are Marktlink. A committed international M&A specialist with an independent, discrete, and no-nonsense attitude. Since our start in 1996, entrepreneurs have been our driving force. Using in-depth market knowledge and a personal approach we have impacted the lives of many. We believe that the world of acquisitions and investments needs disruption. That’s why we need you.
Are you inspired to help entrepreneurs in the most crucial part of their career and working life? And do you want to help us maintain and expand our market-leading position in Europe to shape the future of M&A? Then get ready for your next challenge!
For our second office in Germany, we are looking for an experienced M&A Associate. This job is located in Hamburg. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch Marktlink in a new market together with the Partner and team.
As an M&A Associate you can broadly expect the following:
- Business development
- Preparing valuations and bid books
- Meeting potential buyers and sellers
- Approaching new buyers and sellers
- Expanding and maintaining the (Marktlink) network
- Preparing financing applications and solving financing issues
- Providing broad support to the partner and manager during the projects
Job requirements
You have sufficient financial skills, a commercial, open mindset, and a genuine interest in entrepreneurs. You are sharp, accurate, result-oriented, think on your feet, and like to get things done. Furthermore, we expect you to deliver the following experience and competencies:
- Master’s degree in Finance
- Demonstrable M&A advisory experience from a Corporate Finance/M&A Advisory in Germany
- A track record in deal-closing (entire life cycle experience) and an active business network with trusted relationships in (northern) Germany
- You are a social and entrepreneurial person who has practical and strategic insight as well as tactical and commercial approach
- You are analytically strong, punctual and target-driven
- You are passionate about SMEs and you have a genuine interest in entrepreneurs
- An eye for personal relationships and excellent communication skills are a must
- You are driven to realise ambitious, yet achievable revenue targets
- Fluency in Germany is mandatory
- A strong academic track record. Additional qualifications like an CFA, ACCA are a plus.
We offer:
- The opportunity to be part of establishing Marktlink Hamburg
- A competitive salary and Marktlink bonus
- Unlimited holidays. (Work Hard. Play Hard. We offer a unique combination of freedom and responsibility)
- Pension plan
- HP tablet/laptop and iPhone
- Lots of responsibility from day one, flexible working hours, and amazing colleagues;
- Focus on career growth, continued education, and inspiring learning programs
- Great events with the entire group, like the Marktlink Xmas gala, Dutch Grand Prix, etc.
Do you have what it takes? We are eager to learn what you can contribute to our organization. Send your application today by submitting your CV, a short cover letter, or a video (optional) by using the application button.
About Marktlink
Marktlink has led the Dutch M&A market for years. We are growing rapidly and recently opened branches in Belgium, Denmark, Germany and the United Kingdom. By 2025, Marktlink M&A will impact the M&A market from offices in ten European countries. With a team of around 200 employees, we advised on over 150 transactions in 2022 with a total value of €1 billion. Marktlink distinguishes itself in the M&A market by its energetic, no-nonsense, and above all entrepreneurial approach; the Marktlink DNA is ‘getting deals done’! Together with our labels Marktlink Exit Ready and Marktlink Capital we help successful entrepreneurs in the preparation and sales process and give them access to the strongest private equity funds in Europe and North America.
Pre-employment screening can be part of the application process.
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