M&A Associate

Partner One is a long-term investment group specializing in the acquisition and growth of successful software companies. With over 30 years in business, we own and operate some of the fastest-growing enterprise software companies globally. More than 2,000 of the world’s largest corporations and governments rely on our software for their most critical operations and to safeguard their most valuable data.

The Role

The M&A Associate will be part of the Mergers & Acquisitions team and will play a key role in supporting the research, evaluation, due diligence, and execution of acquisitions, with exposure to a high volume of live opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and source software businesses that meet our acquisition criteria and key performance metrics
• Develop and execute targeted prospecting campaigns via email and outbound calls, while continuously testing new business development strategies, with exposure to a high volume of deal opportunities
• Build and nurture relationships with prospective acquisition targets and sell-side M&A investment banking firms
• Lead preliminary evaluations of potential acquisitions, including initial business and financial due diligence, as well as opportunity and risk assessments
• Own and manage a robust deal pipeline, ensuring it is consistently updated as new targets and information emerge, while working alongside a team of entrepreneurial, high-performing, and motivated individuals
• Conduct industry and market research to identify trends and uncover new acquisition opportunities
• Review and analyze investment materials, synthesizing large volumes of data into clear, concise, and actionable insights and presentations
• Independently drive acquisition opportunities forward by understanding deal scope and maintaining momentum throughout the process, with exposure to the full deal lifecycle from sourcing to execution
• Prioritize and delegate tasks effectively based on deal timelines and strategic importance
• Provide ad hoc analytical and operational support to the broader team as needed
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support data requests, due diligence, internal alignment, and successful deal execution

Requirements

• 2–3 years of experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Corporate Development is required
• Prior experience with software M&A transactions is a must
• Strong academic performance from a top-tier institution
• Undergraduate degree in business or a related field is preferred
• Professional maturity and confidence in interacting with C-level executives
• Highly proactive, self-directed, and driven, with strong sales and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated leadership potential
• Solid foundation in accounting principles and financial modeling
• Understanding of software business models and the M&A transaction lifecycle
• Strong analytical ability, pattern recognition skills, and advanced Excel proficiency