Associate in M&A

Aventis Advisors is a boutique M&A advisory firm focusing on technology and growth companies. Our dynamic and honest approach ensures that our clients close the right deal at the right time. We specialize in M&A advisory for successful entrepreneurs and global corporations and have a proven track record of success in helping companies achieve their goals both in the CEE region and internationally.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced M&A professional to join our team. If you like a challenging and supportive environment and are a self-starter with relevant experience, this role is for you.

In this role, you will work alongside senior team members to assist with the execution of M&A transactions. You will be responsible for managing client work, creating financial models, preparing presentations, training juniors, and supporting the senior team members with day-to-day project management.

Responsibilities:

• The full range of responsibilities involving M&A transactions at the Associate level
• Project management and transaction execution: Coordinate and lead the pitch phase, support due diligence, document preparation, negotiation, etc., and liaise with relevant counterparts at the client/other advisers (accounting, legal, etc.)
• Attend client meetings with MDs and be capable of leading the meetings on your own as and when required (both with current and prospective clients)
• Proactively establish new relationships with clients as part of our M&A business development efforts
• Work with fellow team members on creating continuous and high-quality deal flow strategy
• Conduct due diligence and research on companies and industries
• Build and maintain financial models to support transaction analysis
• Prepare pitch books, presentations, and other marketing materials for clients 
• Support senior team members with day-to-day project management
• Analyze and synthesize data to identify trends and insights
• Lead, train, and evaluate the performance of junior team members

The ideal candidate will have: 

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field with great CGPA score
• 3-5 years of experience in investment banking or M&A advisory 
• Exceptional analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with attention to detail 
• Strategic acumen with a clear vision for business development to successfully originate deals
• A-Z knowledge of the M&A process and different deal structures
• Deep understanding of financial statements and financial modeling
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluency in English and Polish is a must; any other European language is a plus
• Ongoing knowledge of emerging technological trends, technology M&A, and deals in the sector
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting and contribute valuable ideas
• Confidence and certainty in speaking to potential clients and strategic partners
• Excellent PowerPoint and Excel skills 
• Demonstrated ability to work in a time-sensitive environment and under pressure with tight deadlines 

What we offer:

Our employees are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to their growth and success. We offer:

• A dynamic and challenging work environment that allows our team members to thrive and excel in their roles
• Attractive compensation package that is competitive with industry standards
• Access to courses and certifications from CFI to support your continuous learning and self-development
• Industry training and mentorship from senior members of the team
• Hybrid work possibility 
• Chance to meet founders, VCs, PEs, and institutional investors while working on exciting deals across the CEE region

If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding opportunity in M&A advisory, we encourage you to apply for this position. Please submit your resume for consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!