M&A Senior Associate (mwd)

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

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 Marktlinks 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

• 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.

Job requirements

Your profile

• You have completed a university degree in finance or a college degree in combination with a finance-oriented masters 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!
• 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 and Marktlink Gala dinner.

A positive result of the pre‑employment screening is a necessary condition for offering an employment contract.

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.