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 (Vitoria-Gasteiz)
🏢 LABS Corporate Finance
📍 Vitoria-Gasteiz