Description

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About our client

Our client is a well-established, international investment firm with a strong track record in private equity and late-stage growth investments. Its dedicated technology strategy invests in fast-growing European software companies, with a focus on security and other mission-critical technologies.

The team combines investment expertise with deep sector knowledge and a network of operating partners and industry experts who actively support portfolio companies.

To grow its presence in the DACH region, our client is looking for an Executive Director for its German office based in Frankfurt. What the job involves

• Building and leading the strategy's presence in DACH as its senior local representative
• Finding investment opportunities in cybersecurity and wider technologies through a strong network of founders, corporates, advisers and co-investors
• Leading transactions from start to finish: investment thesis, due diligence, valuation, structuring, negotiation and closing
• Taking board seats and working with management teams on value creation, buy-and-build and exit strategies
• Building relationships across the German speaking technology ecosystem
• Supporting fundraising and investor relations
• Monitoring current and newly acquired DACH portfolio investments and supporting value creation
• Carrying out divestment operations and managing exit strategies

Who we are looking for

• 10+ years of experience in private equity, growth equity or technology M&A, with a proven track record of leading deals
• Deep understanding of software and technology business models
• An established network in the German-speaking technology ecosystem
• Board-level experience and a hands-on approach to working with portfolio companies
• Entrepreneurial mindset and the drive to build a local platform
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to develop junior team members
• Excellent written and spoken German and English language skills are a must
• Fundraising experience is a plus

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