We are recruiting a Director – M&A on behalf of our client in Frankfurt. The role offers an opportunity for an experienced M&A professional to lead transactions, develop client relationships and play an active role in origination and the firm’s continued growth.
Our client is a Frankfurt-based M&A and corporate finance advisory boutique focused on mid-market transactions. Its sector coverage includes Business Services, Industrials, Software & Technology, Consumer and Life Sciences, with experience across domestic and cross-border deals. The team’s transaction track record includes an average deal value of approximately €65 million.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions from origination through to completion.
- Develop and manage relationships with entrepreneurs, corporate clients and private equity investors.
- Identify new business opportunities and lead pitches to secure advisory mandates.
- Oversee financial modelling, valuation, financial analysis and the preparation of transaction materials.
- Manage due diligence processes, coordinate external advisers and support transaction negotiations.
- Lead and mentor deal teams, ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple projects.
Requirements
- Degree in finance, economics, business administration or a related field.
- Typically 8+ years of relevant experience in investment banking, M&A advisory or corporate finance.
- A strong track record of successfully executing M&A transactions and independently managing deal processes.
- Demonstrated business development skills, including experience developing client relationships and contributing to origination.
- Strong technical expertise in financial modelling, valuation and financial statement analysis.
- Proven leadership skills and experience managing and developing junior colleagues.
- Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
- Fluent German and English, both written and spoken.
- Strong commercial judgement, initiative and a collaborative approach.
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