

M&A Associate
Marktlink is a committed international M&A specialist with an independent, discrete, and no-nonsense approach. Together with our labels Marktlink Exit-Ready and Marktlink Transaction Services we support entrepreneurs by preparing their business for sale and guide them throughout the entire sales or acquisition process. Our label Marktlink Capital offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to invest in strong private equity and venture capital funds.
Since our start in 1996, entrepreneurs have been our driving force. With a profound market knowledge and a personal approach, we advised many transactions and in doing so we influenced the lives of many.
Your goal
Your responsibilities
- Identifying new opportunities, building relationships with potential clients, and growing Marktlink’s presence in the UK market;
- Supporting the transaction process by performing company and market analysis, preparing valuations and bid books, and managing negotiations;
- Meeting with potential buyers and sellers, understanding their needs, and providing effective solutions;
- Managing financing applications and addressing complex financial challenges to support successful transactions;
- Working closely with senior managers and partners to ensure smooth execution of deals from start to finish.
Your profile
- An ACCA qualification or a Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field, or a higher professional education with a finance-focused Master’s;
- 1-3 years of experience in M&A, corporate finance, or advisory in the UK – preferably in the London market;
- A proven ability to develop new business, drive deals, and manage client relationships effectively;
- Strong analytical skills and a strategic, commercial mindset, with a passion for working with SMEs and entrepreneurs;
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills;
- A results-oriented approach with a focus on achieving targets.
Why us?
- Opportunity to shape the future of a leading European M&A firm;
- Unlimited holidays — work hard, play hard, with a unique blend of freedom and responsibility;
- Competitive salary and annual bonus;
- HP laptop and iPhone;
- Responsibility from day one, with flexible working hours and entrepreneurial colleagues;
- Tailor-made training and personal development — because growth never stops;
- Annual paid ski trip and the Marktlink Gala.
Let's connect
Once you've applied, expect our response within five working days.
Let’s meet
Discover how you and Marktlink align. Let's chat, be it over a phone call or in person.
Let's dive deep
In search of top talent, we evaluate your skills and qualities through a presentation and Talent Motivation Analysis (TMA) to ensure a perfect match.
Let's start
After nailing the final interview, get ready for the offer. Once accepted, a pre-employment screening follows. If all goes well, you can sign and we’ll celebrate with champagne!
Frequently asked questions
Please provide us with your most recent CV, updated motivation and if you really want to shine a video!
For M&A Professionals a finished masters degree in Finance is mandatory. For all the other positions please take a look at the requirements per job.
Regrettably, we currently do not offer any relocation packages.
Unfortunately, at the moment, Marktlink does not provide IND sponsorship for positions. However, we are actively working on this matter and aim to offer sponsorship opportunities in the near future.