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This is a hands-on role in a lean, fast-moving environment ideal for someone who wants real ownership and exposure, and who wants to help build a company through M&A rather than operate inside a large corporate structure. You will drive our acquisition strategy across fragmented service industries and play a central role in shaping how the platform scales.\nKey Responsibilities\nDeal Origination & Strategy\nIdentify acquisition targets across fragmented service industries including business services and consumer services.\nBuild relationships with founders, advisors, and intermediaries to generate a strong deal pipeline.\nConduct market mapping and develop sector investment theses to guide acquisition priorities.\nTransaction Execution\nLead end-to-end financial analysis, valuation, and deal structuring.\nBuild detailed operating and valuation models to support investment decisions.\nCoordinate due diligence across financial, legal, and commercial workstreams.\nSupport negotiations and manage transaction documentation through to close.\nFounder & Leadership Support\nPrepare investment memos and present directly to senior leadership and investors.\nWork closely with the CEO and founders on strategic initiatives and growth planning.\nPost-Acquisition Value Creation\nSupport integration planning and ongoing performance tracking of acquired businesses.\nHelp define synergy capture frameworks and identify operational improvements.\nQualifications & Experience\nEssential\n5-7 years of experience in investment banking (M&A), private equity, or corporate development.\nStrong execution track record across the full deal lifecycle, from origination to close.\nAdvanced financial modelling and valuation skills.\nEntrepreneurial mindset - 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