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Interim Fundraising Lead – Early-Stage HR Tech Platform

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Working with a next-generation technical talent platform seeking an experienced fundraising specialist to lead their upcoming Pre-Seed round. This innovative startup combines AI-powered job matching with a monetizable knowledge-sharing community to transform how engineers and technical professionals are hired and developed. The platform has established early traction through its parent company operations across Europe and Latin America, with a live version currently being piloted with recruiting partners. They're now seeking strategic capital to accelerate their vision of becoming the leading community infrastructure for technical talent globally. Key responsibilities: - Structure optimal fundraising strategy (sizing, valuation, investment vehicle selection) - Refine all investor materials (pitch deck, one-pager, financial model, data room) - Develop targeted investor outreach plan (tech VCs, angels, family offices) - Coach founder through investor conversations and negotiation process - Leverage industry networks for strategic introductions where possible Ideal profile: - Proven track record raising capital for early-stage startups - Deep understanding of Pre-Seed/Seed funding dynamics - Experience with SaaS, B2B tech, marketplaces or HR Tech ventures - Strong narrative development and communication skills - Global investment ecosystem knowledge (US, Europe, LATAM) - Fundraising platform expertise (Carta, AngelList, DocSend) a plus

US-based M&A consultant to support exit-readiness of freight forwarding company

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Project: Investor Pitch Deck for Freight Forwarding Company Sale We are seeking an experienced M&A consultant or investment pitch deck writer to help us develop a compelling investor presentation for the potential sale of our freight forwarding and logistics company. Scope of Work: • Collaborate with our executive team to structure the narrative and positioning for a sale (strategic acquisition or private equity) • Build a clean, persuasive pitch deck that highlights our strengths: niche positioning, long-term client relationships, EBITDA growth trajectory, and strategic upside • Assist with presenting future cash flow projections and value drivers (we can provide financials and operational KPIs) • Prepare a high-level valuation model based on provided data and reasonable assumptions (DCF, comps, etc.) • Experience with logistics, transportation, or industrial B2B companies is strongly preferred Deliverables: • Executive summary • Investor deck (~7–10 slides) • Valuation summary and supporting model • Light financial commentary and valuation framing (based on our inputs) Ideal Candidate: • Background in M&A advisory, investment banking, or strategic finance • Proven experience preparing investor materials and valuation models for sell-side M&A • Strong storytelling and financial modeling skills • Experience with founder-led or middle-market businesses is a plus Timeline: ~2–3 weeks Location: Remote Budget: Open to proposals based on experience

Europe-based interim M&A Manager – PE-backed Digital Services Portfolio Company (10k-15k EUR/ month est. budget incl. Fees)

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Our Client with a PE-backed portfolio company with a diverse brand portfolio across digital services (hosting, e-commerce, SaaS) that is seeking an experienced interim M&A resource to drive acquisition initiatives for approximately 6 months. This role requires a hands-on M&A professional who will: /Work directly with the Head of M&A on full deal lifecycle management /Lead strategic fit analysis and target evaluation across the digital services space /Coordinate internal teams and external advisors throughout transaction phases (pre-DD evaluation, due diligence, documentation review, closing support) /Drive stakeholder communication across organizational levels /Support post-merger integration preparation and execution Ideal profile: /Approximately 5 years of M&A experience /Very strong modeling skills /Strong background in technology transactions (software/SaaS experience preferred) /Analytical mindset with excellent project management capabilities /Available for full-time engagement starting May/June 2025 PLEASE STATE YOUR MONTHLY RETAINER IN THE APPLICATION (INCL. FINTALENT FEES) - Applications without estimated Monthly retainer won't be considered.
Corporate Development
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Portfolio Services & Add-on M&A

Investor Reporting for German ecommerce scale up

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Titel: Consultant für Aufbau eines Investor-Reporting-Systems (E-Commerce, Scale-up) Beschreibung: Wir sind ein wachstumsstarkes E-Commerce-Unternehmen (Private Label, €10 Mio. Umsatz, Hauptumsatz über Amazon) mit Sitz in Deutschland. Zur Vorbereitung auf Fundraising suchen wir einen erfahrenen Berater (idealerweise mit M&A-Background), der uns beim Aufbau eines automatisierten, investorenfähigen Reporting-Systems unterstützt. Aufgaben: - Strukturierung von P&L und KPI-Reporting - Definition relevanter KPIs für Investoren (VC/PE) - Erstellung von Mockups / Briefings für Looker Studio Dashboards (Dev vorhanden) Vorbereitung auf Due Diligence und Investorenanforderungen - Fokus auf Skalierbarkeit und Transparenz Anforderungen: - Erfahrung in M&A, FP&A oder Investor Relations - Verständnis für DACH-Investorenanforderungen und deutsche Finanzberichte - Idealerweise Erfahrung mit E-Commerce / Amazon FBA - Hands-on Mentalität und strukturierter Arbeitsstil Zeitrahmen: Start ASAP, Initialprojekt ca. 4–6 Wochen mit Option auf Verlängerung

** German-speaking Interim M&A Senior Professional for Live Events Company (c. 10k EUR retainer/ month + potentially success fee [incl. Fintalent fee])

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Working with a mid-sized live events company based in the Germany who is seeking an experienced M&A professional to independently drive 2-3 cross-border transactions over the next 15 months. This role requires a senior M&A professional (Manager/VP/Director level) who will: - Serve as the primary external M&A interface for the organization - Lead international acquisition processes in the US and Balkan regions - Manage the full transaction lifecycle through to integration handover - Coordinate directly with management, legal counsel, and advisors - Report to a results-oriented CEO Ideal profile: /Manager, VP or Director-level M&A experience /German language proficiency required /Strong analytical capabilities and process management skills /Experience with cross-border transactions /Live events/entertainment industry knowledge a plus /Comfortable with extensive international travel /Independent working style with ability to manage multiple stakeholders This opportunity offers the chance to drive meaningful international acquisitions for a growing live events company with ambitious expansion plans.

PE Backed Pharma ongoing DD support

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The client is seeking a remote M&A professional to support an ongoing transaction from due diligence through to signing, for approximately six weeks from May to mid-June. The ideal candidate should have at least five years of investment banking or M&A execution experience, fluency in both French and English, and a strong understanding of the full transaction process. Familiarity with the pharmaceutical industry—especially CDMO—is highly preferred. Responsibilities include coordinating due diligence, analyzing reports, identifying key issues, and preparing process updates.
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Interim DD Support for a global agri-tech company

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- Review marketing materials (CIM, DDs) - Review DDs and coordinate DD advisors' work until having a view on QoE, QoND and any other that might be needed to be considered to get protection under the SPA - Coordinate W&I - Coordinate structuring (it will be a US BidCo hanging from an existing LuxCo) - Negotiate SPA until closing The interim will be supported by 2 people working full time (ex-Investment Banking and AT Kearney) and will contribute with internal coordination, internal materials drafting and decision making. We will also have CFO, CHRO and CEO support.
Due Diligence

Legal Counsel to support multi-region family office with LOI/SPA/APA, Deal structuruing, etc.

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Working with a prominent family office with diverse investment holdings across MENA and Europe who is seeking an experienced General Counsel on an ad-hoc basis to support critical transaction documents. This role requires a seasoned legal professional who can: - Draft and review Letters of Intent (LOIs) for potential investments - Prepare and negotiate Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs) - Provide transaction advisory on an as-needed basis - Support the family office's investment activities across multiple jurisdictions Ideal profile: /Extensive experience as General Counsel or senior legal advisor /Strong background in cross-border transactions spanning MENA and Europe /Excellent drafting skills for complex investment documentation /Ability to work on a flexible, ad-hoc basis as transactions require
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Experienced Interim Fundraising Specialist – Series A for Property Tech Platform

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Working with a fast-growing property technology company seeking an experienced fundraising consultant to lead their Series A capital raise. The company requires a seasoned professional to independently manage the entire fundraising process while working closely with the leadership team. Key responsibilities: Design and execute comprehensive fundraising roadmap from strategy through closing Create compelling investor materials (pitch deck, financial model, one-pagers) Build and manage professional data room with all due diligence materials Research and qualify 100+ relevant investors (VCs, family offices, venture debt) Coordinate all fundraising logistics and stakeholder communications Provide strategic counsel on capital structure, valuation, and financing options Ideal profile: Proven track record leading successful Series A fundraising processes Strong financial modeling and strategic storytelling abilities Experience in property technology, real estate or relevant tech sectors Background in venture capital, investment banking, or startup fundraising Excellent project management and stakeholder coordination skills Available for immediate engagement through completion of funding round This role requires a self-directed professional who can maintain momentum while navigating the fundraising landscape for an innovative property technology platform with strong fundamentals and market positioning.
Private Equity & Growth Capital

Junior Strategy Consultant – PE-backed Logistics Platform (max 800 USD/day)

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A PE-backed company is establishing a new logistics platform focused primarily on trucking, with expansion into adjacent sectors such as warehousing and freight forwarding. They require a junior strategy consultant to develop: A comprehensive strategy deck for the logistics sector M&A strategy framework for platform expansion Supporting presentation materials for investor discussions Key responsibilities: Create strategic analysis of the trucking and logistics market Develop a structured M&A approach for the platform Prepare professional presentation materials Support strategy validation through expert interviews Ideal candidate: Strategy background or investment banking background Ability to synthesize sector insights into strategic recommendations Strong presentation and analytical skills Previous experience in logistics/transportation preferred This is an opportunity to work directly with a PE investment team on the early-stage development of a platform investment in the logistics space.

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