Manpower is partnering with a leading international investment fund to expand its Barcelona office with the hire of a

Senior M&A; Associate

. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic, fast‑paced environment and play a key role across the full investment lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and manage due diligence processes for potential transactions.

- Support the end‑to‑end acquisition process, including execution and negotiations alongside senior stakeholders.

- Conduct in-depth market research and industry analysis to identify investment opportunities.

- Prepare high-quality presentations and materials for boards, investors, banks, and other stakeholders.

- Analyse and assess business models and strategic positioning of target companies.

- Build and review financial models, including company valuations, LBO models, budgets, and forecasts.

- Support the preparation of investment memorandums and transaction documentation.

- Coordinate with auditors and external advisors during financial and operational reviews.

- Develop and maintain financial models for portfolio monitoring and performance tracking.

- Produce financial reports and consolidation packages for internal and client use.

- Implement and oversee financial best practices across the company and its portfolio.





- Identify new investment opportunities through data analysis, research, and market intelligence.

- Contribute to marketing and business development initiatives linked to investment activities.

- Provide additional support on strategic or ad hoc projects as required by senior management.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.

- Minimum of 9 years’ experience in M&A;, investment banking, corporate finance, or transaction services.

- Previous experience in audit or accounting is a plus.

- International experience or exposure is highly valued.

- Full professional proficiency in English; additional European languages are a plus.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.

- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset.

- Highly motivated, proactive, and eager to learn and grow professionally.

Are you looking to join an investment firm in the heart of Barcelona? Seeking integral exposure within a growing team? This could be your opportunity—don’t hesitate to apply

📌 Senior M&A Associate (X/M/X) (Barcelona)
🏢 Manpower España
📍 Barcelona