Italian SME CEO via Acquisition — Operator-Led Buyout

Novastone Capital Advisors; Italia; Sur place; EUR 200 000 - 400 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Novastone Capital Advisors is seeking a mid-career professional to join as an NCA Searcher in Italy, to lead a 24-month search for an acquisition and eventual CEO role in the acquired company. The role offers structured support, a clear progression path, and an attractive incentive package including base compensation and vested equity.

Successful candidates will search, acquire and manage an Italian SME under the OLBO program, with a focus on long-term growth and value creation for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience with at least 5 years in leadership roles with full P&L responsibility.
• Executive MBA or MBA degree preferred.
• Min. 10+ years of proven track record running and growing businesses in Italy.
• Fluent in English and Italian.
• Deep sector expertise in Business Services, Software/Tech-Enabled, or Distribution & Logistics.

Responsabilités

• Establish together with us a search process aiming to generate sufficient deal flow with the ultimate goal of finding a business to acquire in accordance with pre-defined criteria
• Manage the acquisition process with the support of our experienced Investment Management team
• Step into the CEO role of the newly acquired business
• Proactively generate and evaluate strategic growth options and business opportunities, develop long-term business strategy and 100-day plans
• Grow the business top line via impactful marketing and sales initiatives
• Review product/service offerings, portfolio strategies, existing brands positioning and identify gaps and implement improvements
• Manage geographical expansions, when required, preparing and successfully implementing market entrance strategies
• Manage efficiency and ensure profitable growth

Connaissances

Leadership

Entrepreneurial drive

Strategic thinking

Strong communication

Formation

Executive MBA or MBA

Description du poste

Novastone Capital Advisors is seeking a mid-career professional to join as an NCA Searcher in Italy, to lead a 24-month search for an acquisition and eventual CEO role in the acquired company. The role offers structured support, a clear progression path, and an attractive incentive package including base compensation and vested equity.

Successful candidates will search, acquire and manage an Italian SME under the OLBO program, with a focus on long-term growth and value creation for stakeholders.