Senior M&A AnalystLocation: Düsseldorf, GermanySector: Technology / IT ServiceSalary: €60,000 + BonusWe are partnering with a leading European buy-and-build platform specialising in IT managed services and cloud businesses. Backed by a reputable family office and part of a broader digital services group, the company has a strong track record of acquiring and scaling founder-led businesses, establishing a leading position in its home market.Following a successful entry into Germany, the business is now accelerating its European expansion with a strong focus on the DACH region. A local team is being built to drive an ambitious acquisition strategy, targeting multiple deals per year and further strengthening its market presence. This is a rare opportunity to join at an early stage and help shape the growth of a high-performing, entrepreneurial platform.This is a unique opportunity to join a well-capitalised, entrepreneurial platform at a pivotal stage of its growth journey. You will play a key role in shaping the German and wider DACH expansion strategy while gaining significant exposure to high-profile acquisitions in a fast-moving, private equity-style environment.Working closely with an experienced international deal team, you will take on broad transaction responsibility, gain hands-on exposure across the full deal lifecycle, and interact directly with founders, management teams, investors, and senior decision-makers across Europe.Key ResponsibilitiesSupporting the execution of M&A transactions across the full lifecycle, from origination through to completionAssessing acquisition targets, including analysing financial performance, commercial positioning, and value creation opportunitiesBuilding and maintaining financial models, including valuation analyses and investment casesPreparing transaction materials such as investment memoranda, presentations, and due diligence documentationCoordinating due diligence processes with internal stakeholders and external advisorsEngaging directly with founders and management teams to assess business models and strategic fitDeveloping and maintaining relationships with advisors, intermediaries, and industry experts to support deal sourcing activityContributing to the development and management of a strong pipeline of acquisition opportunitiesSupporting transaction negotiations and execution processesContributing to team development, collaboration, and knowledge sharing within a fast-growing DACH M&A functionThe Ideal CandidateBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field, with strong academic performanceExperience in M&A, investment banking, transaction services (Big 4), private equity, or corporate financeExperience supporting or executing end-to-end transactions is strongly preferredStrong financial modelling and valuation skills, including building models from scratchSolid accounting knowledge, including experience analysing financial statements under German GAAPExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail and commercial judgementAdvanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPointHighly motivated, entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on approach in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication skills with confidence engaging senior stakeholdersNative German and fluent English requiredWillingness to travel across the DACH region and occasionally internationallyFor more information, please apply for this role or contact Naomi Randall at naomi.randall@phippscameron.com .