M&A / Corporate Development Manager (all genders)

M&A / Corporate Development Manager (all genders)

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M&A / Corporate Development Manager (all genders)

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Founded 12 years ago, Lingoda addresses a pressing global challenge: meeting the demands of growing economies and aging populations through the mobility of global talent. Driven by its mission "to empower global talent with the language, cultural, and technical skills for integration and success", Lingoda has established itself as a leader in education.

What We Do

Lingoda’s highly effective Small Group Learning Model is delivered via over 800,000 classes a year, powered by 2,400 qualified teachers and a unique proprietary curriculum designed to help learners achieve their goals, whether that be career progression or integration into a new country.

Who We Serve

A rapidly growing and ambitious company, Lingoda operates in both B2B and B2C: while the B2B business has a strong focus on the healthcare sector in Germany and a credible ambition to expand into other professions and geographies, Lingoda’s B2C business has a global presence, teaching German, English, Spanish, French, and Italian to students worldwide.

Learning a language with Lingoda is a rewarding experience, made possible by us Lingodies who support our students every step of the way. We’re committed to living the learning journey alongside them to create a world of connection and opportunity.

Why Join Us?Joining Lingoda means becoming part of a team that’s committed to getting better, together. We foster an inclusive culture of bravery, curiosity, and growth, where insight turns into action, and every team member contributes to igniting positive change.

We are looking for an M&A / Corporate Development Manager (all genders), fluent in German, based in Berlin or working remotely from Germany.

Your mission with us:

Lead Lingoda’s strategic growth initiatives by identifying, evaluating, and executing M&A opportunities and corporate development projects, leveraging your expertise to drive value creation and strengthen our market position.

• Identify, analyze, and approach potential acquisition targets, partnership opportunities, and strategic investments within Europe and beyond
• Lead financial modeling, valuation analyses, and business case development for M&A deals
• Manage end-to-end M&A, including commercial, financial, and operational due diligence processes, as well as strategic assessments
• Draft and present investment memos, executive summaries, and strategic recommendations to C-level
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and operational teams to facilitate deal negotiations and integration planning.
• Monitor industry trends, competitive activity, and regulatory developments affecting M&A activity
• Drive post-deal integration efforts, ensuring smooth transitions and achievement of strategic objectives

You bring to Lingoda

• A Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field; an MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is a plus
• 5+ years of experience in M&A, Corporate Development, Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Management Consulting
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills
• Proven track record of leading M&A transactions, especially within the DACH region
• Deep understanding of deal structuring, due diligence, and post-merger integration
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Fluency in German is mandatory; proficiency in English is required
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and think strategically under pressure

You add to our culture with:

• A strategic and entrepreneurial mindset with a rigorous approach
• Strong leadership qualities and the ability to influence at all levels
• A proactive attitude and resilience in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative spirit and ability to build strong relationships
• Passion for strategic growth, innovation, and continuous learning
• High attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities

What you can expect from Lingoda:

• Approachable leaders and transparent communication - every voice counts at Lingoda!
• Direct reporting line into the C-level
• Company events and colleagues who are always happy to socialise + budgets towards team building events!
• An inclusive environment with great team spirit and passion for languages
• A well-structured and exciting onboarding process to set you up for success!
• The possibility to work remotely from your home or in the office located in the heart of Berlin
• Free access to our language classes
• Mental Health programs
• Corporate benefits & pension funds
• 30 vacation days per year
• Free snacks & drinks at the office
• The modern hardware necessary for your work (n/a for freelancers)

Does that sound exciting? Then, send us your CV right away!

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Your contact person for the position is Viktoria.

Lingoda is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As an equal opportunities and affirmative action employer, we strive to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of our user base. Our commitment ensures that every applicant is assessed on the basis of their skills and qualifications, regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or religion.

We ask that you please apply directly via the link provided in the job description or directly on our website. Due to GDPR regulations, applications sent otherwise will not be considered.

Please note that if you are based outside of Germany that only a freelance contract can be offered. All our contracts whether freelance or regular German employment contract start on a 2 year time period.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  E-learning

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