Senior M&A Associate

Lighthouse Software Group is looking for a Senior Associate to join our team in Europe. This role is ideal for ambitious professionals with 2–5 years of M&A experience looking to accelerate into a leadership position with direct deal ownership. You will lead end-to-end transactions, own relationships with founders and advisors, collaborate with our existing European portfolio managers, and help shape our expansion strategy across Europe.

Here is a little window into our company: Valsoft acquires and develops vertical market software companies, enabling each business to deliver the best mission-critical solutions for customers in their respective industries or niche. A key tenet of Valsoft's philosophy is to invest in well-established businesses and foster an entrepreneurial environment that molds companies into leaders in their respective industries. Valsoft looks to buy, hold and create value through long-term partnerships with existing management. Valsoft has grown to 130+ companies with 4,000+ employees in 20+ countries. 

Lighthouse Software Group, an operating group of Valsoft, operates and manages Valsoft’s global portfolio of wholly owned software companies, providing mission-critical solutions across multiple verticals. By implementing industry’s best practices, Lighthouse Software Group delivers a time-sensitive integration process, and the operation of a decentralized model has allowed it to become a hub for creating rapid growth by reinvesting in its portfolio.

INVESTMENT APPROACH:

Unlike private equity and venture capital firms, we are Entrepreneurs who Buy, Enhance and Grow Software Businesses. That’s right; we don’t sell businesses. We form a strategic alliance with existing management teams. We recognize the dedication and perseverance required to create a firm and place a premium on customers’ and workers’ well-being over short-term goals.  

CULTURE:

Valsoft is more than just a place to work; we’re a team. We mean it when we say people are our greatest assets, so investing in them is our number one priority. We create an environment where our employees feel first-day-on-the-job excitement, day after day, creating a culture of high performers and collaboration. We celebrate our milestones, and we’re proud of them. We Dream Big, Stay Humble and Stay Hungry. 

Requirements

• Lead the end-to-end M&A process, including sourcing, due diligence, negotiations, and closing acquisition opportunities in alignment with Valsoft’s growth strategy.
• Build and manage a high-performing M&A team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Develop and maintain a robust acquisition pipeline, identifying new opportunities and building relationships with key industry stakeholders.
• Oversee post-acquisition integration efforts, ensuring seamless transitions and alignment with Valsoft’s operational goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, and operations, to support due diligence, transaction structuring, and integration planning.
• Drive operational performance and strategic initiatives across acquired businesses to maximize growth and profitability.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of acquired businesses, implementing improvement strategies as needed.

REQUIRED/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, strategy consulting, or corporate M&A.
• A track record of managing end-to-end M&A transactions, including sourcing, due diligence, negotiation, and closing.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
• Understanding post-acquisition integration and value creation is highly desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
• A results-driven, entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for identifying opportunities and driving growth.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• An undergraduate degree in finance, business or a related field.

Ready to join a collaborative and innovative team where you can make an immediate impact?