Head of M&A, International PE-Backed IT Services Buy&Build, Düsseldorf/Frankfurt/Munich, Germany
Core
Lead deal origination, execution, and strategic initiatives for an IT services provider's inorganic growth across the German Mittelstand.
Role type
Head of M&A (Private Equity)
Builds
Acquisition pipeline and M&A transactions in the IT services sector
Domain
IT Services / Private Equity / German Mittelstand
Required skills
M&A deal sourcing, transaction execution, due diligence, valuation, negotiation, integration planning, strategic growth planning, team leadership
Preferred skills
Network in German Mittelstand, experience with founders/entrepreneurs, commercial acumen
Technologies
M&A tools, financial modeling software
Responsibilities
Build and develop a strong, sustainable pipeline of acquisition opportunities across the German Mittelstand IT services landscape; Manage M&A transactions end-to-end, from initial sourcing through due diligence, valuation, negotiation, and integration planning; Acting as a trusted counterpart to founders and entrepreneurs, guiding them through the process and strengthening the client's presence in the market; Taking full ownership of the M&A process with a hands-on, pragmatic approach; Working closely with the CEO, board, and investors to shape the inorganic growth strategy; Growing and developing the M&A team as the platform scales