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Marktlink is a committed international M&A specialist with an independent, discrete, and no-nonsense approach. Together with our labels Marktlink Exit-Ready and Marktlink Transaction Services we support entrepreneurs by preparing their business for sale and guide them throughout the entire sales or acquisition process. Our label Marktlink Capital offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to invest in strong private equity and venture capital funds. Since our start in 1996, entrepreneurs have been our driving force. With a profound market knowledge and a personal approach, we advised many transactions and in doing so we influenced the lives of many. Published on: 18 december, 2025 Share on: Your goal Who is ready for the next step as M&A dealmaker in the SME-market? You! You already have a few years' experience as an M&A professional and the ambition to become an independent dealmaker within the next three years. This entrepreneurial drive is part of Marktlink's DNA. At Marktlink, you will not just be a link in the chain, but doing business independently from day one. You will be responsible for a significant part of the transaction process and involved from A to Z. You have sufficient financial skills, but also a commercial mindset and a genuine interest in entrepreneurs; the clients of Marktlink. Your responsibilities At Marktlink, no day is the same. As an M&A Manager you can broadly expect the following: Performing company and market analyses; Preparing valuations and bid books; Meeting potential buyers and sellers; Approaching new buyers and sellers; Expanding and maintaining the (Marktlink) network; Preparing financing applications and solving financing issues; Providing broad support to the manager during the projects. Your profile You are sharp, accurate, result-oriented, think on your feet and like to get things done. Furthermore, we expect you to deliver the following experience and competencies: Master's degree in Finance or a higher professional education degree combined with a finance-oriented Masters; The dynamic world of mergers and acquisitions is familiar to you. You have a minimum of three years and a maximum of five years' work experience as M&A analyst, associate or consultant; You are a social and entrepreneurial person who has practical and strategic insight as well as tactical and commercial insight; In addition to being analytically strong, a Marktlinker is punctual and target-driven; Demonstrable affinity with SME-companies is an advantage; An eye for personal relationships and excellent communication skills are a must. Please note: For this role we don'tprovide visa sponsorship or relocation assistance. Why us? At Marktlink, we're not just dealmakers, we're future-shapers. With a strong focus on tech, data, and AI, we're redefining the world of M&A. Here's what you can expect when you join our fast-growing, entrepreneurial team: Opportunity to shape the future of a leading European M&A firm; Unlimited holidays - with a unique blend of freedom and responsibility; Competitive salary and annual bonus; Opportunity to participate in our funds under favorable conditions; HP laptop and iPhone; Responsibility from day one, with flexible working hours and entrepreneurial colleagues; Tailor-made training and personal development, because growth never stops; Annual paid ski trip and the Marktlink Gala. A positive result of the pre-employment screening is a necessary condition for offering an employment contract. Our hiring process Step 1: Let's connect. Once you've applied, expect our response within five working days. Step 2: Let's meet. Discover how you and Marktlink align. Let's chat, be it over a phone call or in person. Step 3: Let's dive deep. In search of top talent, we evaluate your skills and qualities through a presentation and Talent Motivation Analysis (TMA) to ensure a perfect match. Step 4: Let's start. After nailing the final interview, get ready for the offer. Once accepted, a pre-employment screening follows. If all goes well, you can sign and we'll celebrate with champagne! Frequently asked questions Which documents should I include in my application? Does Marktlink offer a relocation package? Does Marktlink provide IND sponsorship for positions?