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M&A Senior Associate (m/w/d)

Hamburg
M&A Hamburg
Full-time
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Marktlink supports entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey. As an independent international M&A advisor, Marktlink combines deep market knowledge with a personal and pragmatic approach. Together with our label Marktlink Exit-Ready and other services such as Transaction Services, Legal and Debt Advisory, 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.

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Description

Your goal

Who is ready for the next step as M&A dealmaker in the SME-market? You!

You already have a few years’ experience as an M&A professional and the ambition to become an independent dealmaker within the next three years. This entrepreneurial drive is part of Marktlink’s DNA. At Marktlink, you will not just be a link in the chain, but doing business independently from day one. You will be responsible for a significant part of the transaction process and involved from A to Z. You have sufficient financial skills, but also a commercial mindset and a genuine interest in entrepreneurs; the clients of Marktlink.

Your responsibilities

As an M&A Senior Associate at Marktlink, you can roughly expect the following tasks:

  • Perform business and market analyses;

  • Preparation of valuations and bid books;

  • Getting to know potential buyers and sellers;

  • Approaching new buyers and sellers;

  • Building and maintaining the (Marktlink) network;

  • Drafting financing applications and resolving financing issues;

  • Broad support of the manager during projects.

Requirements

Your profile

  • You have completed a university degree in finance or a college degree in combination with a finance-oriented master's degree;

  • At least 2 years of M&A experience;

  • You are a social and entrepreneurial person with practical, strategic, tactical and commercial insight;

  • In addition to strong analytical skills, you are punctual and goal-oriented;

  • Demonstrable affinity with the SME sector;

  • An eye for personal relationships and excellent communication skills are essential;

  • An excellent command of the German and English languages.

Why us?

  • You will receive a competitive salary and an annual Marktlink bonus;

  • Unlimited holidays. Work hard. Play hard. We offer a unique combination of freedom and responsibility!

  • Interesting investment opportunities;

  • HP tablet/laptop and iPhone;

  • Lots of responsibility from day one, flexible working hours and amazing colleagues;

  • Focus on career growth and inspiring learning programmes;

  • We prioritise the mental well-being of our employees. That’s why we’ve partnered with OpenUp to offer professional mental health support;

  • Yearly company ski-trip, Marktlink Gala & Marktlink Connect.

Our DEI Statement
At Marktlink, we believe diverse teams deliver better results for our clients. Entrepreneurs don’t always follow fixed paths and neither do we. We value equal opportunity and welcome different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. 

Don’t meet every requirement?

That’s okay. We know great people don’t always fit every box. If you have the drive, curiosity and ownership to thrive in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment, we encourage you to apply.

Our hiring process
Step 1

Let's connect

Once you've applied, expect our response within five working days.

Step 2

Let’s meet

Discover how you and Marktlink align. Let's chat, be it over a phone call or in person.
 

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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

Which documents should I include in my application?

Please provide us with your most recent CV, updated motivation and if you really want to shine a video!

Are there any special requirements for working at Marktlink?

For M&A Professionals a finished masters degree in finance or equivalent education is mandatory. For all the other positions please take a look at the requirements per job.

Does Marktlink offer a relocation package?

Regrettably, we currently do not offer any relocation packages.

Does Marktlink provide IND sponsorship for positions?

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.