Tech-Driven M&A Associate: SaaS & Growth Investments

Finatal

Greater London

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Finatal is partnering with a high-growth platform to hire an M&A Associate in London. You will own diligence and execution workstreams on smaller acquisitions while supporting larger transformational deals.

Build pipelines through market mapping and target prioritisation, and conduct rigorous financial, strategic analyses to guide investment decisions. You will develop financial models and support due diligence across commercial, legal, and operational teams, preparing materials for investment

Qualifications

2–4 years' experience in M&A or related fields (e.g., Private Equity, Corporate Development).
Strong financial modelling and commercial assessment skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Experience engaging with founders, advisors and senior stakeholders.
Experience in software/tech, SaaS or recurring-revenue businesses is a plus.

Responsibilities

Own diligence and execution workstreams on smaller acquisitions, with second-chair on larger deals.
Build and manage acquisition pipelines through market mapping and target prioritisation.
Conduct financial, strategic, and commercial analyses of opportunities.
Develop financial models and support due diligence by teams across functions.
Prepare investment materials: acquisition cases, memos, valuations, strategic recommendations.
Coordinate internal and external stakeholders through transaction processes to close.
Support post-acquisition planning and value creation with portfolio teams.
Contribute to refining acquisition strategy and market expansion.