- Senior
Valsoft is looking for a Senior Associate to join our team in Europe. This role is ideal for ambitious professionals with 2–5 years of M&A experience looking to accelerate into a leadership position with direct deal ownership. You will lead end-to-end transactions, own relationships with founders and advisors, collaborate with our existing European portfolio managers, and help shape Valsoft’s expansion strategy across Europe.
ABOUT VALSOFT CORP.:
Established in Canada in 2015, Valsoft has grown to a global portfolio of 118+ companies, acquiring and developing vertical market software companies, enabling each business to deliver the best mission-critical solutions for customers in their respective industries. A key tenet of Valsoft’s philosophy is to invest in well-established businesses and foster an entrepreneurial environment that molds companies into leaders in their respective industries. Valsoft looks to buy, hold and create value through long-term partnerships with existing management.
INVESTMENT APPROACH:
Unlike private equity and venture capital firms, we are Entrepreneurs who Buy, Enhance and Grow Software Businesses. That’s right; we don’t sell businesses. We form a strategic alliance with existing management teams. We recognize the dedication and perseverance required to create a firm and place a premium on customers’ and workers’ well-being over short-term goals.
CULTURE:
Valsoft is more than just a place to work; we’re a team. We mean it when we say people are our greatest assets, so investing in them is our number one priority. We create an environment where our employees feel first-day-on-the-job excitement, day after day, creating a culture of high performers and collaboration. We celebrate our milestones, and we’re proud of them. We Dream Big, Stay Humble and Stay Hungry.
Requirements
- Lead the end-to-end M&A process, including sourcing, due diligence, negotiations, and closing acquisition opportunities in alignment with Valsoft’s growth strategy.
- Build and manage a high-performing M&A team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
- Develop and maintain a robust acquisition pipeline, identifying new opportunities and building relationships with key industry stakeholders.
- Oversee post-acquisition integration efforts, ensuring seamless transitions and alignment with Valsoft’s operational goals.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, and operations, to support due diligence, transaction structuring, and integration planning.
- Drive operational performance and strategic initiatives across acquired businesses to maximize growth and profitability.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of acquired businesses, implementing improvement strategies as needed.
REQUIRED/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2-5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, strategy consulting, or corporate M&A.
- A track record of managing end-to-end M&A transactions, including sourcing, due diligence, negotiation, and closing.
- Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
- Understanding post-acquisition integration and value creation is highly desirable.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
- A results-driven, entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for identifying opportunities and driving growth.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
- An undergraduate degree in finance, business or a related field.
Ready to join a collaborative and innovative team where you can make an immediate impact?
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