We are a publicly traded fintech company seeking a highly analytical, detail-oriented part-time financial modeling / M&A analyst to support the evaluation of acquisition opportunities. The role focuses on building and refining detailed financial models to assess potential M&A targets, conducting valuation analysis, and supporting internal investment decision-making. The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development with significant financial modeling experience, and is comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, deal-oriented environment. This is a part-time engagement requiring advanced Excel skills and the ability to build models from scratch using raw financial data. Responsibilities: / Build and maintain dynamic 3-statement operating models with monthly, quarterly, and annual projections. / Evaluate private, early-stage acquisition opportunities, analyzing target company financial models, statements, and KPIs. / Develop internal operating models based on target company financials and key performance indicators. / Conduct DCF, comparable company, and precedent transaction analyses to support valuation of M&A targets. / Perform scenario and sensitivity analyses to stress-test key assumptions and value drivers. / Support preparation of investment committee materials and summary memos to inform internal decision-making. / Identify key value drivers, risks, and integration considerations for each acquisition opportunity. / Refine existing models for accuracy, clarity, and auditability to ensure institutional-quality deliverables. Requirements: / Possess 2–3 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or transaction advisory. / Demonstrate advanced Excel financial modeling skills with the ability to build dynamic 3-statement models from scratch. / Show strong understanding of valuation methodologies, including approaches appropriate for private, early-stage startups. / Exhibit experience building models from raw data and financial statements — not just modifying existing templates. / Possess high attention to detail and strong analytical skills with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. / Show comfort working in a fast-paced, deal-oriented environment with multiple concurrent evaluation workstreams. Nice to Have: / Experience in fintech, financial services, or technology sectors is highly advantageous. / Familiarity with early-stage and growth-stage company valuation, including revenue-based, ARR-based, or user-based valuation frameworks. / Prior experience at a publicly traded company, including familiarity with public company disclosure considerations in M&A evaluation. / Exposure to investment committee processes and the ability to synthesize complex analyses into concise, decision-ready materials. / Experience with integration planning or post-acquisition financial tracking as a complementary skill set. / Professional qualifications such as CFA (or progress toward) or equivalent. Scope of Work: / Build and refine detailed financial models on a part-time basis to support ongoing evaluation of acquisition opportunities. / Conduct valuation analyses (DCF, comps, precedents) for each target, tailored to early-stage and private company contexts. / Perform scenario and sensitivity analyses to quantify upside, downside, and base-case outcomes for each opportunity. / Prepare investment committee materials and summary memos synthesizing key findings, risks, and recommendations. / Refine and audit existing models to ensure accuracy, clarity, and institutional-quality standards. / Work independently with minimal supervision, coordinating with the internal deal team as needed.

We are looking to engage an experienced and proven M&A professional to join the fastest growing private-equity-backed platform in the $75B fleet maintenance and repair industry. The role combines two core competencies: acquisition sourcing through direct engagement with founders and owners of blue-collar technician services businesses, and project management of deal execution including diligence coordination across all stakeholders. The #1 priority is genuine gravitas and a real passion for reaching out to and building relationships with owners and founders of blue-collar, technician-oriented service businesses. Strong project management and diligence execution skills coordinating between company management, financial sponsors, lenders, and third-party advisors are equally critical. This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in a high-velocity buy-and-build strategy within a large and fragmented industry. Responsibilities: / Source and identify acquisition targets across the fleet maintenance and repair industry through proactive outbound outreach to business owners, founders, and operators. / Build and maintain a proprietary pipeline of actionable acquisition opportunities aligned with the platform's buy-and-build thesis. / Serve as the primary relationship holder with prospective sellers, establishing trust and credibility with blue-collar business owners through genuine, rapport-driven engagement. / Lead project management of deal execution from LOI through closing, ensuring strict timeline discipline and quality control across all workstreams. / Coordinate due diligence processes across all stakeholders, including company management, financial sponsors, lenders, and third-party advisors (legal, accounting, insurance, environmental). / Manage deal team communication and reporting, ensuring alignment between the platform, PE sponsor, and external parties throughout the transaction lifecycle. / Qualify targets based on financial profile, operational fit, geographic relevance, technician workforce quality, and owner readiness to transact. / Prepare target profiles, deal summaries, and pipeline reporting for the management team and PE sponsors. Requirements: / Possess 5–12 years of M&A experience with a proven track record in both deal sourcing/origination and deal execution/project management. / Demonstrate genuine gravitas and a proven ability to build rapport with owners and founders of blue-collar, technician-oriented service businesses — this is the #1 priority. / Show a track record of proactive outbound deal origination, including cold and warm outreach to business owners that converted into completed transactions. / Exhibit strong project management and diligence execution skills with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders simultaneously (company management, PE sponsors, lenders, third-party advisors). / Possess sufficient M&A technical fluency across the full transaction lifecycle — from initial screening through LOI, due diligence, SPA negotiation, and closing mechanics. / Show excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt tone and approach between blue-collar founder settings and institutional PE/lender environments. / Be based in the United States with willingness to travel for in-person meetings with target owners and operators. Nice to Have: / Direct industry experience in fleet maintenance, fleet repair, transportation services, or adjacent blue-collar trades (HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical) is highly advantageous. / Familiarity with the economics and operational dynamics of technician-oriented service businesses, including fleet logistics, labor utilization, parts procurement, contract structures, and customer concentration. / Prior experience within or alongside PE-backed platform companies executing buy-and-build or roll-up strategies adds significant value. / Track record of sourcing and closing acquisitions of founder-led or family-owned blue-collar businesses independently. / Background in corporate development at a services platform or field services company is a strong signal of fit. / Experience managing lender relationships and debt financing processes as part of acquisition execution. Scope of Work: / Lead proactive acquisition target sourcing and outbound outreach across the fleet maintenance and repair industry. / Build and maintain a proprietary target pipeline with qualified acquisition opportunities for the deal team and PE sponsors. / Manage end-to-end deal execution and project management from LOI through closing, coordinating all stakeholders including company management, financial sponsors, lenders, and third-party advisors. / Conduct due diligence coordination, ensuring timely completion of financial, legal, operational, insurance, and environmental workstreams. / Prepare target profiles, deal summaries, and pipeline reports for management and PE sponsor review. / Engage on a try-before-you-buy basis with potential for permanent placement within the platform's M&A function.

We are looking to engage an experienced M&A professional to support a PE firm in evaluating a potential acquisition of an electrical contracting business. The role is focused on two core deliverables: conducting a thorough review of the virtual data room (VDR) and building a preliminary financial model to inform the investment decision. This is a focused, execution-level engagement requiring strong analytical capabilities, financial modeling expertise, and the ability to quickly synthesize large volumes of data room information into actionable insights. Familiarity with the electrical contracting or broader building services sector is a plus. Responsibilities: / Conduct a comprehensive review of the virtual data room, extracting and organizing key financial, operational, and commercial information. / Build a preliminary financial model to support the PE firm's evaluation of the target, including revenue build-up, cost structure analysis, and cash flow projections. / Identify key risks, red flags, and areas requiring further diligence based on VDR findings. / Prepare a summary of key data room findings, highlighting material items for the deal team's attention. / Support the development of a preliminary valuation framework based on available data (DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions as appropriate). / Coordinate with the deal team to align on assumptions, model structure, and output requirements. / Flag data gaps or inconsistencies in the VDR that may require follow-up with the seller or advisors. Requirements: / Possess 3–8 years of M&A experience in investment banking, PE, or transaction advisory with a proven track record of financial modeling and due diligence support. / Demonstrate strong financial modeling skills, including the ability to build models from scratch using raw data room information. / Show solid experience in VDR review and data extraction, with the ability to quickly identify material items across financial, legal, and operational documents. / Exhibit strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently under tight timelines. / Possess proficiency in Excel and standard financial modeling tools. / Show familiarity with PE buy-side evaluation processes, including preliminary screening and investment memo preparation. Nice to Have: / Experience in the electrical contracting, building services, mechanical/electrical/plumbing (MEP), or broader construction services sector is highly advantageous. / Familiarity with the financial dynamics of contracting businesses, including project-based revenue recognition, backlog analysis, bonding capacity, and working capital cyclicality. / Prior experience working directly within or alongside PE firms on buy-side evaluations adds significant value. / Knowledge of key metrics relevant to contracting businesses such as gross margin by project type, labor utilization, subcontractor mix, and customer concentration. / Background at a recognized advisory firm (Big Four, investment bank, or reputable boutique) with transaction advisory or due diligence practice experience. Scope of Work: / Conduct a full review of the virtual data room for the electrical contracting target, organizing and extracting key data points. / Build a preliminary financial model from scratch incorporating revenue, cost, working capital, and cash flow assumptions derived from VDR data. / Prepare a VDR findings summary highlighting key risks, data gaps, and material items for the deal team. / Support preliminary valuation analysis based on available information. / Coordinate with the deal team on assumptions, model structure, and deliverable timelines.

We are looking to engage a freelance investment professional to build and manage a proprietary deal pipeline for a Berlin-based private equity firm launching a new small-cap strategy focused on acquiring SMEs in the DACH region (sub-€5m EBITDA). The firm has a strong in-house value creation team and is targeting companies in the succession/transition wave across German-speaking markets. The role demands hands-on deal origination through direct outreach to business owners, proprietary research, and digital deal platforms. The #1 priority is the ability to independently identify, approach, and engage SME founders and owners across DACH to create a pipeline of actionable acquisition conversations. This is a try-before-you-buy engagement with potential to extend or convert to a permanent role. Responsibilities: / Build and systematically manage a pipeline of acquisition targets across DACH, focusing on SMEs with sub-€5m EBITDA. / Identify and approach targets through direct outreach, proprietary research, and digital deal platforms (e.g., Dealsuite, Carl Finance). / Develop target universe mapping, sector screening, and prioritization criteria aligned with the firm's investment thesis. / Conduct initial high-level screening of opportunities, assessing business model fit, size, ownership situation, and strategic rationale. / Maintain a clean, up-to-date pipeline tracker and provide regular reporting to the Partners. / Engage directly with business owners, founders, and successors to initiate acquisition conversations and qualify interest. / Coordinate handoff of qualified opportunities to the deal team for further evaluation and execution. Requirements: / Possess 3–7 years of experience in private equity, M&A advisory, or corporate finance — ideally with exposure to the DACH lower mid-market / SME segment. / Demonstrate hands-on experience with deal origination and direct outreach to business owners, including cold and warm outreach methodologies. / Show a strong understanding of the German Mittelstand landscape, succession dynamics, and the motivations driving SME owners to transact. / Exhibit a structured, self-directed working style with comfort operating at high autonomy and without large team infrastructure. / Fluent in German (written and spoken) — ability to engage directly with DACH business owners in German is essential. / Professional English proficiency for internal reporting and international coordination. / Be available for a hybrid working model with on-site presence in Berlin on a 3–4 days per week commitment. Nice to Have: / Prior experience sourcing and closing acquisitions of founder-led, family-owned, or succession-driven businesses independently. / Familiarity with digital deal platforms commonly used in DACH (Dealsuite, Carl Finance, Midaxo) and proprietary sourcing methodologies. / Experience within or alongside PE-backed platform companies executing buy-and-build or roll-up strategies in the DACH lower mid-market. / Network of intermediaries, advisors, or M&A brokers active in the German Mittelstand segment. / Background at a Mittelstand-focused advisory firm (e.g., Oaklins, Lincoln International, Carlsquare, Clearwater) or a DACH-focused PE fund. / Knowledge of sector-specific dynamics relevant to the firm's target verticals (sectors TBC). Scope of Work: / Build and manage a proprietary deal pipeline of DACH SME acquisition targets over an initial 2–3 month engagement (3–4 days per week). / Conduct target universe mapping, sector screening, and prioritization across German-speaking markets. / Execute direct outreach to business owners, founders, and successors to generate actionable acquisition conversations. / Maintain a structured pipeline tracker with regular reporting to Partners on sourcing activity, pipeline status, and conversion metrics. / Conduct high-level screening of opportunities, qualifying targets on business model fit, size, ownership situation, and strategic rationale. / Coordinate handoff of qualified targets to the deal team for further evaluation, LOI, and execution.

We are looking to engage an M&A-experienced professional to lead acquisition target sourcing for a PE-backed national blue-collar services platform. The client is a portfolio company executing a buy-and-build strategy across blue-collar service verticals including fleet maintenance, HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing. The primary focus of this role is outbound outreach to founders and owners of blue-collar service businesses to build a pipeline of actionable acquisition conversations for the deal team. The #1 priority is gravitas and the ability to build genuine rapport with blue-collar founders and operators — M&A technical skills are required but secondary to relationship-building capability. This is a try-before-you-buy engagement with potential for permanent placement. Responsibilities: / Identify and research potential acquisition targets across blue-collar service verticals (fleet maintenance, HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and adjacent trades). / Conduct outbound warm outreach to founders, owners, and operators of target businesses to initiate acquisition conversations. / Build and maintain a proprietary pipeline of actionable acquisition opportunities for the deal team. / Develop market maps and target screening criteria aligned with the platform's acquisition thesis and PE sponsor priorities. / Serve as the primary relationship holder with prospective sellers through early-stage conversations, establishing trust and credibility with owner-operators. / Qualify targets based on financial profile, operational fit, geographic relevance, and owner readiness to transact. / Prepare target profiles, outreach summaries, and pipeline reporting for the deal team and PE sponsors. / Coordinate handoff of qualified opportunities to the execution team for LOI, due diligence, and closing. Requirements: / Possess 5–12 years of experience in M&A origination, corporate development, business development, or a related deal-sourcing role. / Demonstrate strong interpersonal gravitas and a proven ability to build rapport with business owners, founders, and operators — particularly in blue-collar, trades, or owner-operated environments. / Show a track record of proactive outbound deal origination or business development, including cold and warm outreach to business owners. / Exhibit sufficient M&A technical fluency to conduct credible early-stage acquisition conversations (valuation basics, deal structuring, LOI/SPA mechanics, due diligence process). / Possess excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt tone and approach to non-corporate, founder-led settings. / Be based in the United States with willingness to travel for in-person meetings with target owners as needed. Nice to Have: / Direct industry experience in fleet maintenance, transportation, HVAC, plumbing, mechanical services, or adjacent blue-collar trades is highly advantageous. / Prior experience within or alongside PE-backed platform companies executing buy-and-build or roll-up strategies adds significant value. / Familiarity with the economics and operational dynamics of owner-operated service businesses (crew management, fleet logistics, contract structures, seasonality). / Experience sourcing and closing acquisitions of founder-led or family-owned businesses independently. / Background in corporate development at a services platform or field services company is a strong signal of fit. Scope of Work: / Lead proactive acquisition target sourcing and outbound outreach across blue-collar service verticals over an initial try-before-you-buy engagement. / Build and maintain a proprietary target pipeline with qualified acquisition opportunities for the deal team. / Conduct market mapping, target screening, and owner outreach to generate actionable acquisition conversations. / Prepare target profiles, pipeline reports, and outreach summaries for deal team and PE sponsor review. / Coordinate qualified opportunity handoffs to the execution team for LOI, due diligence, and closing. / Engage as a potential permanent hire based on performance during the initial engagement period.

We are supporting an international industrial group in the execution of a buy-side M&A transaction. The assignment involves working closely with the head of strategy and M&A to drive the deal process from Letter of Intent through to closing. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical and financial modeling skills, as well as hands-on experience in cross-border M&A transactions. This is an opportunity to play a key role in a lean team environment, collaborating with external advisors and contributing to high-impact strategic acquisitions. Responsibilities: - Support the head of strategy and M&A throughout the entire deal lifecycle, from LOI to closing. - Lead financial analysis, valuation, and financial modeling to assess target companies and deal structures. - Coordinate and manage due diligence processes, working with external consultants and internal stakeholders. - Prepare investment materials, presentations, and documentation for internal and external audiences. - Assist in structuring transactions, negotiating terms, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. - Monitor project timelines and deliverables to ensure successful and timely deal execution. Requirements: - 5-10 years of relevant experience in M&A, investment banking, or corporate development, with a focus on cross-border transactions. - Willingness to travel - Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and analytical problem-solving. - Fluency in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines. - Strong understanding of the end-to-end M&A process, including due diligence and deal structuring. Nice to have: - Experience working within or advising industrial or manufacturing companies. - Exposure to US-based acquisitions or international deal environments. - Familiarity with collaborating in small, agile teams and with external advisors. - Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel for investment materials preparation.

We are looking to engage an experienced M&A / PMI professional to support the due diligence and post-merger integration of a cross-border merger between a Japanese and a US firm. Both entities have operations in Europe that will need to be aligned following the merger. The role requires deep expertise in post-merger integration planning and implementation, with a particular focus on the European operational landscape and Germany-specific considerations (TBC). This is a highly cross-cultural engagement spanning three geographies (Japan, US, Europe) and demands strong coordination skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to drive integration workstreams autonomously under complex stakeholder dynamics. Responsibilities: / Support the ongoing due diligence process for the merger between the Japanese and US firm, with a focus on European operational alignment. / Develop and execute a comprehensive PMI plan covering organizational design, process harmonization, and operational integration across the European entities. / Lead integration workstreams in Germany (TBC), including finance, HR, legal, IT, and operations alignment. / Identify synergies, redundancies, and risks across the combined European operations and develop actionable recommendations. / Coordinate with stakeholders across Japan, the US, and Europe to ensure alignment on integration priorities, timelines, and decision-making. / Prepare integration status reports, steering committee materials, and executive updates for senior leadership across all three geographies. / Manage Day 1 readiness planning and ensure continuity of business operations throughout the integration process. / Support change management and internal communication efforts to facilitate smooth organizational transition. Requirements: / Possess 5–12 years of experience in post-merger integration, M&A execution, or transformation consulting with a proven track record of hands-on PMI delivery. / Demonstrate deep expertise in integration planning and implementation, including functional workstream management across finance, HR, legal, IT, and operations. / Show solid experience conducting or supporting due diligence with the ability to translate DD findings into actionable integration plans. / Exhibit strong cross-border and cross-cultural coordination skills, ideally with exposure to Japanese, US, and European business environments. / Possess excellent stakeholder management capabilities with comfort operating across multiple time zones and reporting lines. / Fluent in English; German language skills are highly preferred given the Germany-based integration scope (TBC). Nice to Have: / Direct experience with Japanese-Western cross-border mergers or integrations, including familiarity with Japanese business culture and decision-making processes. / Prior PMI implementation experience in Germany, including knowledge of German labor law (Betriebsrat / works council requirements), regulatory considerations, and operational norms. / Experience in the specific sector of the merging entities (sector TBC). / Familiarity with integration management tools and methodologies (e.g., IMO setup, synergy tracking, Day 1 / Day 100 planning frameworks). / Background at a recognized consulting or advisory firm (Big Four, MBB, or reputable boutique) with dedicated PMI or transformation practice experience. Scope of Work: / Support the active due diligence process with a focus on European operational alignment and integration readiness assessment. / Develop and drive the PMI implementation plan for the combined European operations, with a focus on Germany (TBC). / Lead functional integration workstreams across finance, HR, legal, IT, and operations, ensuring timely delivery of milestones. / Coordinate cross-border stakeholder alignment across Japanese, US, and European leadership teams. / Prepare and deliver integration reporting, steering committee materials, and executive status updates. / Manage Day 1 readiness and support change management efforts to ensure business continuity throughout the transition.

We are looking to engage an experienced M&A professional to provide hands-on support across active M&A projects, with a core focus on the preparation and structuring of financial data, conducting financial analyses, and the creation of information memoranda (Info Memos / CIMs). The client requires execution-level support with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to produce high-quality transaction materials under tight timelines. This is a DACH-market engagement requiring fluent German language skills. The role demands a structured, detail-oriented approach and comfort working across multiple concurrent workstreams. Responsibilities: / Collect, structure, and normalize financial data from multiple sources to support M&A transaction processes. / Prepare carve-out financials, standalone cost analyses, and pro-forma financial statements as required. / Conduct financial due diligence analysis including quality of earnings, working capital analysis, and net debt adjustments. / Build and maintain financial models including DCF, comparable company analysis, precedent transactions, and LBO models. / Draft, structure, and refine information memoranda (Info Memos / CIMs) for sell-side M&A processes. / Prepare teaser documents, management presentations, and other sell-side marketing materials. / Translate complex financial and operational data into clear, compelling narratives for potential buyers. / Support data room setup, population, and ongoing buyer Q&A coordination. / Coordinate with internal finance, legal, and operational teams to ensure data accuracy and timely delivery. Requirements: / Possess 3–10 years of M&A experience in a recognized advisory environment (Big Four, investment bank, corporate finance boutique, or in-house M&A). / Demonstrate proven hands-on experience in financial data preparation, financial analysis, and financial modeling for M&A transactions. / Show a track record of authoring or co-authoring information memoranda, CIMs, or equivalent sell-side transaction materials. / Exhibit strong proficiency in financial modeling (DCF, trading comps, precedent transactions, LBO). / Fluent German language skills (written and spoken) with the ability to draft materials and communicate with stakeholders in German. / Professional English proficiency for international transaction environments. / Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and standard M&A tools (Capital IQ, FactSet, Mergermarket). Nice to Have: / Experience with DACH-market transactions and familiarity with German, Austrian, or Swiss accounting standards (HGB, OR) and regulatory environments. / Prior experience in Mittelstand or mid-market transactions ($50mm–$500mm enterprise value range). / Exposure to specific sectors relevant to the client's portfolio. / Professional qualifications such as CFA, ACCA, WP, or equivalent. / Experience with commercial due diligence, market sizing, or operational due diligence as complementary skill sets. Scope of Work: / Provide hands-on M&A execution support across active transaction workstreams over a 3–6 month engagement. / Prepare and structure financial data, build financial models, and conduct financial analyses for each active project. / Draft and refine information memoranda, teasers, management presentations, and other transaction materials. / Support data room setup, management, and buyer Q&A coordination. / Coordinate with internal finance, legal, and operational teams to ensure data accuracy and timely delivery of workstreams.

Project Description: We are looking to engage an experienced Portuguese-speaking Buy-Side M&A Project Manager specialized in executing small acquisitions in the TIC sector. Our client is a fast-growing international player with strong organic growth and a track record of multiple acquisitions. The role demands autonomy in driving the entire transaction lifecycle, from due diligence to signing/closing. This position offers direct exposure to C-level executives and requires robust cross-border expertise. Responsibilities: / Lead the end-to-end execution of 2–3 small acquisitions, ensuring comprehensive oversight from planning to closing. / Act as the primary interface with sellers and advisors while maintaining consistent communication. / Coordinate internal stakeholders including finance, legal, operations, HR and IT to drive the deal process. / Drive due diligence processes with strict adherence to timeline discipline and quality standards. / Negotiate and structure SPA terms with a focus on both commercial conditions and effective process coordination, and manage the closing preparation with a thorough handover to integration teams. Requirements: / Possess 7–12 years of M&A experience with a proven buy-side execution track record, ideally within corporate or PE-backed environments. / Demonstrate expertise in handling small, founder-led transactions independently. / Exhibit strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams effectively with a hands-on approach. / Show solid SPA negotiation exposure, including a deep understanding of commercial considerations and process management. Nice to have: / Experience in the TIC sector (testing, inspection, certification) or related fields is advantageous. / Familiarity with roll-up strategies and cross-border transactions, particularly involving Portuguese or Brazilian markets, adds significant value. / Knowledge of the regulatory and market dynamics within Europe and Brazil is also a plus. Scope of Work: / Lead the full execution of 2–3 small acquisitions from initiation to closing. / Act as the primary interface for sellers and advisors throughout the transaction process. / Coordinate internal stakeholders, including finance, legal, operations, HR and IT, to ensure timely and effective deal execution. / Drive comprehensive due diligence processes, ensuring strict timeline adherence and quality control. / Negotiate and structure SPA terms, balancing commercial points with detailed process coordination.

We are looking to engage an experienced M&A professional based in North America with prior experience at a recognized consulting or advisory firm (e.g., Big Four, MBB, well-known mid-tier, or reputable boutique firms) to lead the execution of up to 4 potential carve-out divestitures for a PE-backed gaming company over a 3–6 month engagement. The client is a portfolio company exploring strategic divestitures to optimize its asset portfolio and unlock value. The role demands deep expertise in sell-side carve-out processes, strong analytical capabilities, and familiarity with the gaming industry landscape. This position offers direct exposure to PE sponsors and C-level executives and requires a structured, process-driven approach to managing multiple concurrent transactions. Candidates are expected to provide a deal sheet highlighting their top 3 M&A transactions with specifics on deal type, size, sector, and their individual role in execution. Responsibilities: / Lead the end-to-end execution of up to 4 carve-out divestitures, ensuring comprehensive oversight from preparation through signing and closing. / Develop and manage detailed separation planning, including standalone financials, carve-out adjustments, and TSA frameworks. / Drive sell-side due diligence processes, coordinating data room preparation and managing buyer inquiries with strict timeline discipline. / Act as the primary interface with potential buyers, advisors, and internal stakeholders throughout the transaction lifecycle. / Coordinate cross-functional workstreams including finance, legal, operations, HR, and IT to ensure seamless execution of each divestiture. / Prepare and refine transaction materials including CIMs, management presentations, and financial models to support buyer engagement. / Support SPA negotiation and closing preparation, ensuring alignment between commercial terms and operational separation requirements. Requirements: / Be based in North America (United States or Canada). / Possess 5–12 years of M&A experience with a proven track record at a recognized consulting or advisory firm — this includes Big Four, MBB, established mid-tier firms, or reputable boutique advisory firms with a credible market presence. / Demonstrate deep expertise in carve-out and divestiture execution, including separation planning, standalone cost analysis, and TSA structuring. / Provide a deal sheet with a minimum of 3 completed M&A transactions, detailing deal type, size, sector, and individual role in execution. / Exhibit strong project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple concurrent transactions under tight timelines. / Show solid experience in financial modelling, valuation, and the preparation of sell-side transaction materials (CIMs, vendor due diligence reports). / Possess excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and interface effectively with PE sponsors and C-level executives. Nice to Have: / Experience in the gaming, entertainment, or digital media sector is highly advantageous, including familiarity with key industry metrics (DAU/MAU, ARPU, LTV, player retention). / Prior experience working directly within or alongside PE-backed portfolio companies on sell-side processes adds significant value. / Familiarity with advanced data analytics, market sizing, and commercial due diligence methodologies is a plus. / Knowledge of regulatory considerations relevant to gaming (licensing, compliance, data privacy) across multiple jurisdictions is also beneficial. Scope of Work: / Lead the full execution of up to 4 carve-out divestitures from preparation to closing over a 3–6 month period. / Develop separation plans and carve-out financials for each divestiture target. / Manage sell-side due diligence processes, including data room setup, Q&A coordination, and buyer management. / Prepare and refine all transaction materials including CIMs, management presentations, and financial models. / Coordinate internal stakeholders across finance, legal, operations, HR, and IT to ensure timely and effective deal execution. / Support SPA negotiation and closing mechanics, with thorough handover documentation for post-closing transition.