The role

LABS Corporate Finance is looking for a Vice President to join its growing Madrid team and play a key role in the continued development of LABS’ activities in Spain.

The role is full-time and office-based in Madrid and will involve working directly alongside one of LABS’ founding partners, while collaborating closely with the broader team in Milan, with direct exposure to clients, entrepreneurs, private equity funds and senior decision-makers, significant responsibility in the execution of M&A; transactions and a unique opportunity to progress rapidly within the firm.

Key responsibilities The successful candidate will be expected to:

- Manage and execute M&A; transactions throughout the entire process, from initial analysis and preparation of marketing materials to due diligence, negotiations and closing;
- Take an active role in origination and business development activities, identifying potential clients, investors and transaction opportunities;
- Build enduring and long-term relationships with private equity professionals as well as advisors, consultants and other relevant stakeholders across the Spanish M&A; ecosystem;
- Coordinate project teams and junior resources, ensuring the quality and timely delivery of all transaction materials;
- Work closely with senior bankers and provide clear and effective reporting on transaction progress and key issues;
- Develop financial analyses, business plans, valuation exercises and transaction models, applying the appropriate methodologies autonomously;
- Identify and assess alternative transaction structures, with the objective of maximizing value for clients while anticipating and mitigating potential execution risks;
- Coordinate and interact effectively with multiple stakeholders, including clients, investors,



legal and financial advisors and other counterparties;
- Prepare high-quality presentations, information memoranda and other transaction-related materials;
- Support senior professionals in business development and origination activities, including the identification of potential clients, investors and transaction opportunities;
- Contribute to the further development of LABS Corporate Finance’s presence and relationships in the Spanish market.

Candidate profile The adecuado candidate will have:

- At least 5-6 years of relevant experience in M&A; Advisory or Investment Banking, gained at a leading financial institution, investment bank or advisory boutique;
- Proven experience in the management and execution of end-to-end M&A; processes, including transactions involving leading private equity funds;
- Strong ability to manage multiple workstreams and coordinate both internal teams and external counterparties;
- Excellent knowledge of accounting, valuation methodologies and financial modelling, with the ability to apply these skills autonomously;
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and synthesis capabilities, combined with high attention to detail;
- Consolidated communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to interact directly with clients and senior stakeholders;
- Ability to perform effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment,



while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and execution;
- A university degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Management Engineering or another quantitative/technical discipline, supported by a strong academic record;
- Native-level Spanish;
- Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English (C1 level or equivalent);
- Italian language skills could be considered a plus;
- A proactive, entrepreneurial and execution-oriented mindset, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability;
- Flexibility and availability to travel when required.

About LABS

Founded in Milan in 2018, LABS Corporate Finance is a fast-growing independent financial advisory boutique active in Italy and international markets, with a distinctive positioning across both mid-market and large-cap M&A; transactions.

The firm is led by a senior management team with extensive and diversified experience gained at leading international financial institutions and has built a strong track record advising leading blue-chip private equity funds, entrepreneurs and corporates on domestic and cross-border transactions. Today, LABS counts approximately 15 professionals, with a track record of more than 60 completed transactions representing over €8 billion in aggregate transaction value.

Building on its established position in Italy and its long-standing relationships with leading private equity investors, LABS is continuing to expand its presence across Southern Europe through its Madrid office, strengthening its position in the Iberian market and supporting Spanish and international clients, while pursuing its broader growth trajectory across Europe alongside its key clients.

📌 M&A Vice President - Madrid (España)
🏢 LABS Corporate Finance
📍 España