M&A Manager

Location: Barcelona

Sector: Business Services

Salary: Up to 70,000€ + Benefits

We are partnering exclusively with a PE-backed business services platform executing an ambitious EU-wide buy-and-build strategy. Backed by a leading private equity sponsor, the group is focused on building a scaled, high-quality platform through disciplined acquisition, operational excellence, and value creation across multiple European markets.

As part of this growth agenda, they are seeking a hands-on M&A Manager to join a dynamic corporate development team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to lead the execution of M&A transactions and make a tangible impact on the company’s growth strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Driving deal origination efforts across Europe, including market mapping, target screening, and initial outreach in collaboration with senior stakeholders.
• Leading the end-to-end M&A execution process from initial engagement and LOI through to closing.
• Coordinating cross-functional due diligence efforts across finance, commercial, legal, tax, and operations, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Managing external advisors (financial, legal, commercial) throughout transaction processes.
• Supporting transaction structuring, valuation analysis, and investment materials for internal decision-making and investment committee discussions.
• Driving project management and execution timelines to ensure smooth and efficient deal progression.
• Supporting post-transaction integration handovers to ensure continuity and alignment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Prior experience in-house in M&A or Corporate Development, with a proven track record of executing deals.
• Strong ownership mindset and pragmatic, results-driven approach.
• Strong financial analysis, valuation, and commercial assessment capabilities.
• Highly organised, self-directed, and comfortable managing multiple live transactions simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with founders, advisors, and senior leadership.
• Professional working proficiency in English is required.
• Willingness to travel occasionally across Europe as required.

For more information, please apply for this role or contact Alba Amigo at alba.amigo@phippscameron.com