Private Equity Analyst

Private Equity Analyst
Viseu
Viseu, Viseu District, Portugal

Job Title: Private Equity Analyst

Company: Solen Software Group

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Employment Type : Full-time

About Solen Software Group: Solen Software Group is an evergreen holding company that acquires and operates proven software businesses that have significant growth potential in a variety of vertical markets, enabling them to be market leaders in their niche industry. Solen owns several software companies in various market spaces: Human Resource Technology, Fleet Telematics, Asset Management, Aerospace and Defense, Financial Services, and other innovative software solutions in a variety of industries. Solen is backed by a group of advisors and investors that have built software businesses of material scale M in ARR) and advised many.

About the role: As a Corporate Development Associate you will play a crucial role in our M&A sourcing engine—identifying and engaging with founders of promising bootstrapped B2B Saa
S businesses. Your work will be the front line of Solen's growth, driving outreach,
- building, and deal pipeline development. This role is perfect for you if you are a natural communicator and thrive on conversations with founders, and proactively seeks out quality b2b software acquisition opportunities. You will be a critical part of helping Solen enter our next phase of growth as we continue to acquire quality B2B Saa
S businesses.

The successful candidate will work from our office in Lisbon.

Key Responsibilities:

M&A Sourcing & Outreach

• Identify, research, and map software markets to find attractive acquisition targets
• Build and maintain relationships with software founders, owners, and intermediaries
• Conduct
  - volume outreach via email, phone, and Linked
  In to engage business owners
• Work collaboratively with the sourcing team to develop and achieve ambitious KPIs
• Track and refine outreach metrics to optimize engagement and deal flow

Initial Deal Evaluation

• Meet with founders and quickly understand the fundamentals of their business
• Gather key financial and operational data to inform valuation discussions
• Collaborate with the team to qualify leads and prioritize
  - potential deals

Market & Competitive Analysis

• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to refine our acquisition thesis
• Analyze key financial indicators to determine a company's fit for Solen
• Work with the leadership team to refine targeting criteria and adjust strategies

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e. G. , Business, Finance, Economics).
• 2-3 + years of proven experience in corporate development, investment banking, product or a related field, with a strong focus on M&A in the technology sector.
• Proficiency in Excel and CRM tools, with strong analytical skills for data management and financial evaluation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong aptitude for
  - building.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities, with a keen understanding of the B2B Saa
  S market.
• Ability to work
  - site and collaboratively with team members.
• Enthusiasm for conducting market research and competitive analysis
• Legally authorized to work in Portugal.

What will set you apart:

We are looking for individuals who are motivated by challenges and have a relentless drive to learn and grow. While technical proficiency is essential, your attitude and unwavering commitment to collaborative success are the traits that will blend well with Solen culture.

• Excellent communicator – you convey ideas and plans clearly, efficiently, and quickly and communicate confidently with key stakeholders.
• Get things done – you are organized, driven by the creation and execution of processes. You know how to hustle while paying close attention to the details. You have tremendous energy and a positive attitude
• Are relentlessly resourceful – you are able to see a project from the idea stage through successful completion – and do what it takes to make it a success. You're looking for an opportunity to take on enormous responsibility and grow in a high velocity work environment.
• Care about excellence – you are focused, professional and thoughtful in everything you do. While the big ideas matter, you also care deeply about the details and meticulous execution
• Think ahead – you see around corners, anticipate outcomes and develop contingencies. You surface potential problems along with possible solutions
• Embody Solen through and through – you are respectful, friendly, upbeat, empathetic, punctual, and confident in your abilities without being boastful
  
  

Benefits:

• Be part of a dynamic,
  - oriented company with a focus on
  - term success
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

We thank all applicants for their interest;



however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.