Payments M&A Lead — Remote Europe

Jobgether; Ireland; Remote; EUR 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote working across Europe

Senior-level responsibility

International exposure in deals

Job summary

Jobgether is seeking a Head of M&A, based in Ireland, to lead and oversee acquisition transactions within the payments sector. You will manage the entire deal lifecycle from initial assessment to completion, working with senior stakeholders, founders, and external advisers in a fast‑paced, international environment.

This senior, hands‑on role offers significant responsibility, opportunities to influence investment decisions, and the chance to contribute to the development of transaction

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading M&A transactions end-to-end in a senior capacity.
• Strong financial analysis, valuation and due diligence capabilities.
• Experience in the payments, fintech, financial services or software sectors is highly desirable.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Collaborative, accountable and detail‑oriented with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full M&A transaction lifecycle from opportunity assessment through to deal completion.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders, specialist teams and external advisers to meet milestones.
• Conduct financial/commercial assessments to identify investments, risks and value creation.
• Prepare structured investment proposals and present recommendations to senior decision‑makers.
• Identify and manage commercial, financial, operational and regulatory risks throughout the process.
• Maintain oversight of multiple active transactions with clear reporting and accountability.
• Coordinate post‑completion handovers for smooth transitions of responsibilities.
• Mentor and support transaction team members to maintain high execution standards.

Job description

Jobgether is seeking a Head of M&A, based in Ireland, to lead and oversee acquisition transactions within the payments sector. You will manage the entire deal lifecycle from initial assessment to completion, working with senior stakeholders, founders, and external advisers in a fast‑paced, international environment.

This senior, hands‑on role offers significant responsibility, opportunities to influence investment decisions, and the chance to contribute to the development of transaction