M&A Manager

Location: Barcelona

Sector: Business Services

Salary: Up to 70,000€ + Benefits

We are partnering exclusively with a PE-backed business services platform executing an ambitious EU-wide buy-and-build strategy. Backed by a leading private equity sponsor, the group is focused on building a scaled, high-quality platform through disciplined acquisition, operational excellence, and value creation across multiple European markets.

As part of this growth agenda, they are seeking a hands-on M&A Manager to join a dynamic corporate development team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to lead the execution of M&A transactions and make a tangible impact on the company’s growth strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Driving deal origination efforts across Europe, including market mapping, target screening, and initial outreach in collaboration with senior stakeholders.
• Leading the end-to-end M&A execution process from initial engagement and LOI through to closing.
• Coordinating cross-functional due diligence efforts across finance, commercial, legal, tax, and operations, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Managing external advisors (financial, legal, commercial) throughout transaction processes.
• Supporting transaction structuring, valuation analysis, and investment materials for internal decision-making and investment committee discussions.
• Driving project management and execution timelines to ensure smooth and efficient deal progression.
• Supporting post-transaction integration handovers to ensure continuity and alignment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Prior experience in-house in M&A or Corporate Development, with a proven track record of executing deals.
• Strong ownership mindset and pragmatic, results-driven approach.
• Strong financial analysis, valuation, and commercial assessment capabilities.
• Highly organised, self-directed, and comfortable managing multiple live transactions simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with founders, advisors, and senior leadership.
• Professional working proficiency in English is required.
• Willingness to travel occasionally across Europe as required.

For more information, please apply for this role or contact Alba Amigo at alba.amigo@phippscameron.com

*Deputy CFO / Head of Financial Planning & Analysis / Head of Controlling (m/f/d) – Healthcare (Private Equity-Backed)*

Location: Essen, Germany

Industry: Healthcare

Level: Senior Leadership

I am exclusively supporting a private equity-backed healthcare portfolio based in Essen, Germany, in hiring a Deputy CFO / Head of Financial Planning & Analysis / Head of Controlling/ Head of Controlling (m/f/d).

The company is looking for a strong finance leader who can professionalise the finance function, improve decision-making, and bring structure to financial reporting and data management.

You will report directly to the CFO and act as their right hand, deputising in their absence. Over time, there is a clear path to stepping into the CFO role. This is a hands-on, high-impact position offering exposure to M&A, PE stakeholders, and strategic growth initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, analytical finance professional with strong FP&A and controlling experience in a complex environment — someone who enjoys solving problems, improving systems, and driving change.

Key Responsibilities

• Professionalise the Finance Function: Build and scale the finance function, introducing robust processes, controls, and governance frameworks to support a growing, multi-entity business.
• Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling to provide actionable insights for decision-making at the executive and board level.
• Business Partnering: Act as the CFO’s right hand and trusted partner, supporting operational teams with commercial insights, performance monitoring, and profitability analysis.
• PE Reporting: Ensure timely, accurate, and structured reporting for private equity owners, including KPI dashboards and board packs.
• Process & Systems Improvement: Drive improvements in data quality, reporting efficiency, and financial systems adoption (including LucaNet, PowerBI) across the finance function.
• M&A & Integration Support: Assist with the integration of newly acquired entities and track post-acquisition performance, aligning financial reporting and operational metrics.
• Team Leadership & Development: Mentor, coach, and develop finance team members, fostering a culture of high performance, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Deputise for CFO: Take ownership of key finance responsibilities in the CFO’s absence, positioning yourself as a natural successor for future CFO progression

Your Profile

• Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Controlling, or similar discipline.
• Proven leadership experience in a controlling or FP&A role, ideally in a multi-site, service-based business.
• Strong business acumen, analytical mindset, and hands-on execution skills.
• Proficient in MS Excel; experience with LucaNet and Power BI is highly desirable.
• Fluent in German and English (written & spoken).

Feel free to apply directly, message me directly or email me at onam.agarwal@phippscameron.com.

A leading healthcare solutions company is seeking a passionate, strategic, and entrepreneurial professional to join its team in an M&A and Strategy capacity. This role is highly visible and will play a critical part in supporting high-impact strategic initiatives, deal analysis, and market intelligence. The position requires strong analytical skills, expertise in financial modelling, and a solid understanding of the healthcare sector.

The role will work closely with senior leadership, including the CEO’s office, to evaluate new business opportunities, conduct secondary market research, and assess the cost-benefit dynamics of strategic projects.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape business strategy and drive impactful decisions at the highest level of the organization.

This position requires relocation to Dallas, TX. 

Key Responsibilities

Deal Analysis & Financial Modelling

• Build and maintain financial models to evaluate potential mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and investments.

• Assess risks, returns, and financial impact to support executive decision-making.

Market Research & Competitive Intelligence

• Conduct research on industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor strategies.

• Provide insights on emerging healthcare solutions, regulatory changes, and business opportunities.

Strategic Cost-Benefit Analysis

• Evaluate the financial and operational impact of key strategic initiatives.

• Support leadership in optimizing resource allocation and maximizing ROI.

Executive Support & Strategic Planning

• Partner with senior executives to develop business cases and presentations for board and investor meetings.

• Provide data-driven insights to inform strategy and growth initiatives.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field (MBA preferred).

• 7+ years of experience in business analysis, investment banking, consulting, or corporate strategy, ideally within the healthcare sector.

• Proven expertise in financial modelling, valuation, and data analytics.

• Strong understanding of healthcare industry dynamics, including payer-provider relationships, regulatory environment, and emerging trends.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills; thrives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.

• Proficiency in Google Suite, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and data visualization tools.

• Strong communication and presentation skills; experience working directly with C-suite executives.

M&A Manager – Pharma Services (Ireland)
PE-Backed Platform

The Opportunity
We’re working with a PE-backed Pharma Services platform in Ireland that is actively pursuing a buy-and-build strategy. This is a hands-on, execution-focused M&A role, reporting into a wider M&A team, and ideal for a corporate development or transaction advisory professional looking to step into an industry-facing role. You will gain broad exposure to the full deal lifecycle, including deal execution, due diligence, SPA negotiation, and post-deal integration, helping to drive the company’s growth strategy.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of acquisitions, including LOI preparation, SPA negotiation, and due diligence coordination.

• Conduct market and industry research, identifying acquisition opportunities and sector trends.

• Prepare financial models, valuations, and investment papers to support decision-making.

• Collaborate with internal and external teams, including advisors, finance, legal, and operations.

• Contribute to integration planning and post-deal performance tracking.

• Provide commercial input on deal strategy, structure, and terms to maximise value.

Your Profile

• Degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field.

• 3–6 years’ experience in M&A, corporate development, or transaction advisory.

• Strong track record of deal execution in fast-paced environments, including experience with LOIs, SPAs, financial due diligence, and integration.

• Excellent financial modelling, valuation, and analytical skills.

• Commercially minded, proactive, and able to work effectively in a team environment.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Fluent English; other European languages a plus but not required.

Why This Role?
This is a unique opportunity to join a PE-backed Pharma Services platform in Ireland, working closely with an experienced M&A team. You’ll gain hands-on execution experience across the full deal lifecycle, contribute directly to the company’s acquisitive growth, and develop your career in a fast-growing, dynamic sector.

M&A Deal Lead (Pan-European Focus)

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced M&A Deal Lead to join one of the leading European Corporate Development teams. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive strategic acquisition projects across Europe, contributing to the growth and expansion of the business. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Mergers and Acquisitions, with expertise in strategy, deal execution, and post-acquisition integration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive analytical searches to identify and assess acquisition opportunities, including carve-outs.
• Build and maintain networks with companies to uncover and capitalize on new business opportunities.
• Lead cross-functional due diligence teams to evaluate potential acquisitions.
• Develop and present financial evaluations, risk analyses, and strategic recommendations for acquisition prospects.
• Oversee the execution of strategic acquisition projects in alignment with company objectives.
• Collaborate with post-deal integration teams to ensure seamless transitions and successful integration of acquired entities.
• Support and occasionally lead divestment efforts for non-strategic assets.
• Manage deal execution for business development and licensing projects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory policies.

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in Mergers and Acquisitions.
• Proven in-house buy-side experience.
• Expertise in conducting due diligence and managing deals end-to-end.
• Demonstrated experience in strategy, M&A, and integration processes.
• Right to work in the UK/EU.

Preferred:

• Background in Private Equity, Investment Banking, or Big 4 Transaction Services (TS) team prior to transitioning to an in-house corporate development role.
• Willingness to relocate to Brussels.

Day-to-Day

• Proactively search for and evaluate acquisition targets across various sectors.
• Lead and coordinate due diligence processes with cross-functional teams.
• Develop financial models and risk assessments to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to execute deals efficiently.
• Work closely with integration teams to ensure the smooth onboarding of acquired businesses.
• Monitor market trends and identify strategic opportunities for growth.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a leading European Corporate Development team.
• Exposure to high-profile M&A projects across diverse sectors.
• Professional growth and development in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Relocation support for candidates willing to move to Brussels.

If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for M&A and a proven track record in corporate development, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in shaping the future of our business through strategic acquisitions and impactful integrations.

Job Description
Director, Growth & Integrations - Remote (East/Central)

I’m working with a high-growth PE-Backed healthcare services group that is looking to appoint a Director of Growth & Integrations. This strategic role reports directly into the Chief Growth Officer and will play a critical part in delivering site acquisition integrations, new site launches, and broader growth initiatives. It’s an opportunity to shape integration standards, partner with senior leadership, and drive value creation during a key expansion phase.

The role

• Lead and deliver end-to-end integration projects across acquisitions, new site launches, and other growth initiatives.

• Develop and implement integration playbooks, project tracking tools, and KPIs to ensure consistent delivery.

• Act as the primary point of accountability with workstream leads and vendors, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.

• Provide direction and support to integration teams, identifying solutions to complex challenges.

• Partner cross-functionally with operations, finance, and shared services to align processes and resolve issues.

• Regularly communicate project status and outcomes to senior leadership, escalating risks where appropriate.

• Conduct post-implementation reviews to ensure integrations deliver sustainable results.

• Support the wider growth agenda by shaping best practice in project and change management.

The profile we’re looking for

• Proven project management experience in healthcare services, clinical research, or a related sector.

• Track record of leading complex integration initiatives, ideally including M&A or multi-site expansions.

• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.

• Excellent problem-solving and risk management capabilities, with a structured approach to delivery.

• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project) and Office365.

• Flexible, proactive, and able to work independently in a remote environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business at a pivotal stage of growth, with the scope to make a significant impact by professionalizing integration processes and supporting the leadership team on its expansion journey.