Director / Manager R&D Operations (m/w/d)

At AEQUITA, we are spearheading a new era of industrial transformation through strategic investments and operational expertise. As an international investment group headquartered in Munich, our core mission is to unlock the latent potential within mid-sized companies and corporate carve-outs, particularly those in special situations. We don't just provide capital; we forge true partnerships, working on equal footing with the companies in our portfolio to navigate complex challenges and achieve sustainable, long-term success. Our approach is deeply rooted in analytical rigor, strategic foresight, and an unwavering entrepreneurial spirit. This allows us to identify promising investment opportunities and develop bespoke value creation strategies designed to maximize each company's inherent strengths. We believe that the future successes of these enterprises can be envisioned today, and we are committed to making those visions a reality.

Our innovation focus extends across the entire investment lifecycle. The journey begins with our specialized transactions team, which excels in identifying and meticulously evaluating long-term investment prospects. Through comprehensive due diligence, we collaborate with management to craft strategies that will unleash a company's full potential. Once a strategy is in place, our dedicated operational experts take a hands-on role in its implementation. We prioritize operational execution, ensuring that employees are not just participants but drivers of improvement and cultural change. This collaborative, on-the-ground approach is crucial for fostering genuine transformation. Furthermore, our operations team actively champions the growth of our portfolio companies. Leveraging extensive expertise across diverse industries, we seek to harness synergies with other platform investments or explore new business avenues to fortify and expand their strategic market positions for the long haul. After a successful transformation, our final step is to find a strategic new owner who can continue the company’s successful trajectory. We are not simply investors; we are builders and catalysts for enduring change in the industrial landscape.