ph3MA Origination Business Development Associate /h3 /brpbLocation: /bMadrid, Spain /p /brpbContract: /bFull-Time | Permanent /p /brpbMMR2407 /b /p /brpWe are partnering with a leading international permanent capital software investor to appoint an MA Origination Business Development Associate in Madrid. Our client acquires and operates mission-critical software businesses across a range of niche vertical markets, with a long-term ownership approach and active acquisition strategy. /p /brh3The Role /h3 /brpThis is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious early-career professional to join the Corporate Development team of a highly acquisitive international software investor. /p /brpWorking across the MA lifecycle, you will help identify and evaluate acquisition opportunities, build relationships with founders and advisers, support early-stage due diligence, and contribute to the development of a high-quality acquisition pipeline. The role offers direct exposure to software MA, senior stakeholders, and real transaction activity within a fast-paced acquisitive environment. /p /brh3Key Responsibilities /h3 /brul /brliResearch and identify potential acquisition targets across software and technology markets. /li /brliBuild and maintain target company databases and acquisition pipelines. /li /brliConduct outreach to founders, CEOs, shareholders and directors of prospective acquisition targets. /li /brliDevelop relationships with MA advisors, brokers, corporate finance boutiques and specialist sector intermediaries. /li /brliGenerate, qualify and nurture acquisition opportunities over time.



/li /brliMonitor software market activity, industry trends and relevant MA transactions. /li /brliReview company information and financial statements to support opportunity assessment and prioritisation. /li /brliMaintain accurate CRM records, outreach activity and pipeline reporting. /li /br /ul /brh3Candidate Profile /h3 /brpThis role is adecuado for candidates with 0-2 years' experience who are commercially minded, proactive and interested in building a career within software MA, corporate development or investing. /p /brpThe successful candidate will be: /p /brul /brliProactive, driven and highly motivated. /li /brliCommercially curious, with a genuine interest in software businesses and acquisitions. /li /brliIdeally from a background in investment banking, MA origination, corporate development, software sales, or a similar commercially focused environment. /li /brliCandidates with relevant internship experience or a placement year will also be considered. /li /brliFluent in English. Spanish is advantageous but not required. /li /brliA strong communicator, confident in engaging with founders, business owners and senior stakeholders. /li /brliAn excellent relationship builder, capable of developing opportunities over time. /li /brliSelf-directed, hardworking and comfortable operating in a proactive outreach environment. /li /brliAnalytical, with the ability to understand business models and review financial information. /li /brliComfortable taking initiative and owning their work from day one. /li /br /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 M&A Origination & Business Development Associate (Madrid)
🏢 Finatal
📍 Madrid