Finatal is partnered with a fast-scaling European software investment platform is seeking a Software M&A Analyst to support its UK-focused acquisition strategy. The firm specialises in acquiring c.1-10M ARR software businesses, operating with a long-term approach and a strong emphasis on operational value creation.
This is a full-cycle role, offering exposure across origination, execution, and post-acquisition strategy. You will work closely with senior leadership and portfolio company teams, gaining hands-on experience across both investing and operational initiatives.
What you’ll do
- Engage directly with founders, intermediaries, and advisors to evaluate acquisition opportunities and assess strategic fit
- Support the development and management of a high-quality M&A pipeline, including market mapping and target prioritisation
- Conduct early-stage analysis, including business model assessment, financial review, and market positioning
- Build financial models and support end-to-end due diligence across commercial, financial, and operational workstreams
- Draft investment materials, including IC memos, deal summaries, and strategic rationale for internal decision-making
- Coordinate deal execution alongside advisors and internal stakeholders through to close
- Contribute to post-acquisition integration planning, including synergy identification and value creation initiatives
- Partner with portfolio companies to support operational improvements, growth strategy, and performance tracking
What we’re looking for
- 1–3 years’ experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development
- Demonstrated involvement in at least one M&A transaction through to completion, with a strong understanding of diligence and deal processes
- Strong analytical and financial modelling capabilities, with the ability to assess key business drivers and value creation opportunities
- Strong written communication: can turn conversations into structured reasoning and clear memos
- Comfortable leading external conversations and building rapport quickly with founders and advisors
- Experience in the tech/software ecosystem is strongly preferred