Poland-Based SME CEO-Owner via MBI Program

All Interests Aligned; Katowice; On-site; PLN 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

All Interests Aligned (AIA) seeks a CEO-owner for its Management Buy-In (MBI) Program in Poland, targeting a high-potential family-owned SME with succession needs. You will lead the acquisition and future operations as CEO, backed by investors, with a structured, fully supported journey through origination, deal closing, transition, and ongoing governance.

The program focuses on acquiring cash-flow positive SMEs across diverse sectors, emphasizing strong market position and growth potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a general management role with full P&L accountability.
• Combined with 10–15 years of post-undergraduate professional experience.
• Hands-on operating background required; not suitable for candidates only in advisory/financial roles.
• Deep industry knowledge aligned with AIA's investment thesis.
• Strong regional insight with fluency in local language and business culture.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with resilience and resourcefulness.
• Emotional readiness to lead and drive growth with purpose and clarity.
• Balanced ambition with humility and drive to collaborate with AIA.

Skills

P&L accountability

General management

Operating background

Industry expertise

Local market knowledge

Entrepreneurial mindset

Emotional readiness

Ambition balance

Job description

All Interests Aligned (AIA) seeks a CEO-owner for its Management Buy-In (MBI) Program in Poland, targeting a high-potential family-owned SME with succession needs. You will lead the acquisition and future operations as CEO, backed by investors, with a structured, fully supported journey through origination, deal closing, transition, and ongoing governance.

The program focuses on acquiring cash-flow positive SMEs across diverse sectors, emphasizing strong market position and growth potential.