Mergers and Acquisitions Associate

KraftPeak; München; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KraftPeak is seeking a seasoned investment banking professional in Munich to lead cross-border mandates across the DACH region, blending buy-side and sell-side advisory for technology, software, and media clients. You will build sophisticated financial models, prepare client-facing materials, and coordinate multi-disciplinary due diligence to drive strategic outcomes.

The role emphasizes senior involvement in meetings and negotiations, market intelligence, and hands-on deal execution.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years in investment banking or M&A Boutique.
• Bachelor's/Master's in Finance, Economics, or Business; CFA Level 1 progress a plus.
• Advanced Excel/PowerPoint; proficiency in Bloomberg, Capital IQ, or FactSet.
• Fluency in English and German (written/spoken); strong analytical and communication skills.
• Tech/Software sector background a plus or at minimum, genuine interest required

Responsibilities

• Build financial models (DCF, LBO, accretion/dilution) and run valuation analyses (comps, precedents).
• Prepare pitch books, CIMs, and teasers; coordinate due diligence with legal, tax, and commercial advisors.
• Manage deal processes: buyer outreach, NDA management, auction dynamics, and closing coordination.
• Conduct market mapping, sector research, and competitive intelligence for client mandates.
• Support senior bankers in client meetings, negotiations, and strategic advisory.

Skills

Financial modeling

English

German

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Economics/Business

Master's in Finance/Economics/Business

CFA Level 1 progress

Tools

Bloomberg

Capital IQ

FactSet

Job description

Our client, a global Investment Banking in Munich executing Mid-cap transactions across DACH and Europe, is looking to grow their team. You'll shape cross-border mandates blending buy-side and sell-side, targeting DACH disruptors in Technology, Software, and Media.

Key Responsibilities

• Build financial models (DCF, LBO, accretion/dilution) and run valuation analyses (comps, precedents).
• Prepare pitch books, CIMs, and teasers; coordinate due diligence with legal, tax, and commercial advisors.
• Manage deal processes: buyer outreach, NDA management, auction dynamics, and closing coordination.
• Conduct market mapping, sector research, and competitive intelligence for client mandates.
• Support senior bankers in client meetings, negotiations, and strategic advisory.

Qualifications and Skills

• 2-6 years in investment banking or M&A Boutique.
• Bachelor's/Master's in Finance, Economics, or Business; CFA Level 1 progress a plus.
• Advanced Excel/PowerPoint; proficiency in Bloomberg, Capital IQ, or FactSet.
• Fluency in English and German (written/spoken); strong analytical and communication skills.
• Tech/Software sector background a plus or at minimum, genuine interest required