M&A Associate Norway M&A Oslo

Marktlink group; Oslo fylke; Hybrid; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Unlimited holidays

HP tablet/laptop

Job summary

Marktlink is seeking an M&A Analyst (Associate) in Oslo to join a fast-growing, entrepreneurial team. You will conduct company and market analysis, prepare valuations, meet buyers and sellers, and expand the Marktlink network while supporting the project manager from A to Z.

The role requires a Master’s in Finance or finance-oriented degree, strong analytical and communication skills, and fluency in Norwegian and English. Visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance or a finance‑oriented masters
• Analytical and commercial mindset with strategic insight
• Excellent communication skills and punctual, target‑driven
• Interest in SME companies and relationship building
• Fluent Norwegian and English; visa sponsorship not offered

Responsibilities

• Performing company and market analysis
• Preparing valuations and bid books
• Meeting potential buyers and sellers
• Approaching new buyers and sellers
• Expanding and maintaining the Marktlink network
• Preparing financing applications and solving financing issues
• Providing broad support to the manager during projects

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Target-driven

SME familiarity

Education

Master's degree in Finance

Higher professional education in finance

Job description

Marktlink supports entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey. As an independent international M&A advisor, Marktlink combines deep market knowledge with a personal and pragmatic approach. Together with our label Marktlink Exit-Ready and other services such as Transaction Services, Legal and Debt Advisory, we support entrepreneurs by preparing their business for sale and guide them throughout the entire sales or acquisition process. Our label Marktlink Capital offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to invest in strong private equity and venture capital funds.

Since our start in 1996, entrepreneurs have been our driving force. With a profound market knowledge and a personal approach, we advised many transactions and in doing so we influenced the lives of many.

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Description

Marktlink is a committed international M&A specialist with an independent, discrete, and no-nonsense approach. Together with our labels Marktlink Exit-Ready and Marktlink Transaction Services we support entrepreneurs by preparing their business for sale and guide them throughout the entire sales or acquisition process. Our label Marktlink Capital offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to invest in strong private equity and venture capital funds.

Since our start in 1996, entrepreneurs have been our driving force. With a profound market knowledge and a personal approach, we advised many transactions and in doing so we influenced the lives of many.

Your goal

Are you inspired to help entrepreneurs in the most crucial part of their career and working life? And do you want to help us maintain and expand our market leading position in Europe to shape the future of M&A? Then get ready for your next challenge!
Who is ready for the next step as M&A dealmaker in the SME-market? You! You want to become an independent dealmaker. This entrepreneurial drive is part of Marktlink’s DNA. At Marktlink you will be doing business independently from day one. You will be responsible for a significant part of the transaction process and from A to Z in the deal. You have sufficient financial skills, but also a commercial mindset and a genuine interest in entrepreneurs; the clients of Marktlink.

Your responsibilities

At Marktlink, no day is the same. As an M&A Analyst (Associate) you can broadly expect the following:

• Performing company and market analysis;
• Preparing valuations and bid books;
• Meeting potential buyers and sellers;
• Approaching new buyers and sellers;
• Expanding and maintaining the (Marktlink) network;
• Preparing financing applications and solving financing issues;
• Providing broad support to the manager during the projects.

Your profile

You are sharp, accurate, result-oriented, think on your feet and like to get things done. Furthermore, we expect you to deliver the following experience and competencies:

Master’s degree in Finance or a higher professional education degree combined with a finance-oriented Masters;

You are a social and entrepreneurial person who has practical and strategic insight as well as tactical and commercial insight;

In addition to being analytically strong, a Marktlinker is punctual and target-driven;

Demonstrable affinity with SME-companies is an advantage;

An eye for personal relationships and excellent communication skills are a must;

An excellent command of Norwegian and English.

Please note: For this role we don't provide visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.

Why us?

At Marktlink, we’re not just dealmakers, we’re future-shapers. With a strong focus on tech, data, and AI, we’re redefining the world of M&A. Here’s what you can expect when you join our fast-growing, entrepreneurial team:

You will receive a competitive salary and an annual Marktlink bonus;

Unlimited holidays. Work hard. Play hard. We offer a unique combination of freedom and responsibility!

HP tablet/laptop and iPhone;

Lots of responsibility from day one, flexible working hours and amazing colleagues;

Focus on career growth and inspiring learning programmes;

Yearly company ski-trip and Marktlink Gala.

Please note that we will only start screening CVs in November.

Our DEI Statement

At Marktlink, we believe diverse teams deliver better results for our clients. Entrepreneurs don’t always follow fixed paths and neither do we. We value equal opportunity and welcome different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.

Don’t meet every requirement?

That’s okay. We know great people don’t always fit every box. If you have the drive, curiosity and ownership to thrive in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment, we encourage you to apply.

Our hiring process

Step 1

Let’s connect

Once you've applied, expect our response within five working days.

Step 2

Let’s meet

Discover how you and Marktlink align. Let's chat, be it over a phone call or in person.

Step 3

Let’s dive deep

In search of top talent, we evaluate your skills and qualities through a presentation and Talent Motivation Analysis (TMA) to ensure a perfect match.

Step 4

Let’s start

After nailing the final interview, get ready for the offer. Once accepted, a pre-employment screening follows. If all goes well, you can sign and we’ll celebrate with champagne!

Frequently asked questions

Which documents should I include in my application?

Does Marktlink offer a relocation package?

Regrettably, we currently do not offer any relocation packages.

Does Marktlink provide IND sponsorship for positions?

Unfortunately, at the moment, Marktlink does not provide IND sponsorship for positions. However, we are actively working on this matter and aim to offer sponsorship opportunities in the near future.