Job Description

Company Overview:

Partner One is a leading investment group with a 29-year history of acquiring and growing successful software companies. Trusted by over 1500 of the world's largest corporations and governments, Partner One owns some of the fastest-growing enterprise software companies globally. We are currently seeking an

M&A Director

to join our deal execution team. This role is 100% remote, but may require some traveling.

Position Summary:

As an

M&A Director

at Partner One, you will play a pivotal role in driving the entire M&A lifecycle, from identifying opportunities to transaction close. This role requires a seasoned professional with proven experience in executing transactions and the ability to independently lead deals.

Requirements

Core Responsibilities:

Leadership

+ Manage a team of analysts

Transaction Leadership:

+ Independently lead M&A transactions from origination to close. + Collaborate with cross-functional internal teams to ensure seamless execution.

Relationship Building:

+ Build and maintain strong relationships with owner-operators and investment bankers. + Conduct early-stage discussions with business owners and senior executives to qualify targets for fit and deal probability.

Offer Structuring & Negotiation:

+ Prepare and negotiate indicative offers, including Letters of Intent (LOIs), ensuring alignment with Partner One's strategic goals.

Due Diligence:

+ Lead and coordinate the due diligence process across multiple internal teams, ensuring all risks and opportunities are thoroughly evaluated.

Qualifications:

Professional Experience:

+ 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting, corporate development, investment banking, or private equity with at least 3 years in software M&A. + Demonstrated expertise in executing M&A transactions with a proven track record of success.

Skills & Attributes:

+ Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. + Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a focus on relationship building and report writing.

Flexibility:

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to variable hours. + Willingness to travel as needed to facilitate transaction execution.