Acquisition Associate Portugal
Everfield · Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
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- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $90,000 / year
- Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
Job highlights
- Identify and evaluate acquisition opportunities in Europe.
- Focus on the Portuguese vertical software market.
- Gain end-to-end investment process exposure.
- Develop M&A skills with a growing team.
- Contribute to building leading software companies.
About the role
About Everfield
Everfield buys, builds, and grows European vertical market and specialist software companies, providing them with the tools they need to move to the next level. Our mission is to foster ambition, fuel growth, and unlock opportunities for Europe’s software ecosystem. Companies in the Everfield ecosystem follow a decentralised model, maintaining their team, brand, and offices, while focusing on what they do best - building products and supporting customers. Everfield provides support in talent acquisition, HR, and access to a team of experts in building and growing European B2B SaaS companies who consult on financial and operational topics. Founded in 2022, Everfield has an ecosystem presence in 7 countries, and growing.About The Role
As a key member of our growing M&A team, you’ll play an essential role in identifying and evaluating acquisition opportunities across Europe’s vertical software landscape, with a specific focus on the Portuguese market. This position offers a unique chance to gain end-to-end exposure to the investment process — from sourcing and valuation to due diligence and deal execution — while actively shaping the future of our ecosystem. It’s a dynamic, hands-on role for someone eager to grow quickly, take ownership, and contribute to building the next generation of leading software companies.What You Will Do
- Identify and connect with vertical software businesses across diverse sectors.
- Initiate and maintain outreach and communication with potential targets, their owners, and stakeholders.
- Collect and analyse data from various sources to effectively assess potential targets (incl. proper management of all CRM processes).
- Prepare valuations (incl. full financial model) and conduct comprehensive analyses during the origination and due diligence processes.
- Develop/revise marketing and transaction materials, as well as documentation for investment committee purposes.
- Represent Everfield in meetings with CEOs and at trade shows/conferences, with frequent travel.
- Demonstrate the capability and eagerness to manage the entire due diligence process in the future, gaining exposure to all aspects.
- Ensure all company information, calls, outreach activity is consistently and with high-quality saved in the CRM.
- Build strong relationships with CEOs, investment bankers, and industry veterans to facilitate connections with target companies.
- Lead and manage specific workstreams within the due diligence process.
- Enhance processes as the platform expands, continually refining the origination playbook as you gain experience.
What We Are Looking For
Ideally you will already have between 4-6 years of experience in M&A. Fluent spoken and written ability in both English and Portuguese (Spanish would also be a huge plus).Competencies
Professional
- Familiar with steps of a transaction process, from sourcing, execution and closing.
- Strong analytical and financial skills.
- Well versed in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Some experience in corporate finance, valuation, software valuations and specific metrics.
Personal
- Understanding and curiosity about software and technology.
- Tenacious, energetic, and outgoing personality.
- Ability to adhere to process and help the team continuously improve it over time, constantly adapt.
- Hand’s on, able to work independently/autonomously with a collaborative team spirit.
- Entrepreneurial and international mindset.
- Pro-active in nature. Wants to do more than the role requires and inherent eagerness to be fully up to speed on all topics and to let the team shine.
Recruitment Process
Here’s what you can expect and who you will speak to during the interview process.- Intro Call with our Talent Team (30 mins)
- Interview with Country Manager for Spain and Portugal (45 mins)
- Case Study with M&A team (60 mins)
- Final Interview with M&A Country Manager (either UK or DACH - 30 mins)
Key skills/competency
- Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
- Financial Modeling
- Valuation
- Due Diligence
- CRM Management
- Business Development
- Financial Analysis
- Deal Execution
- B2B SaaS
- Portuguese Market Expertise
Skills & topics
- Acquisition Associate
- M&A
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Associate
- Portugal
- Everfield
- SaaS
- B2B
- Software
- Investment
- Finance
- Valuation
- Due Diligence
- Financial Modeling
- CRM
- Business Development
- Deal Execution
- Corporate Finance
- Private Equity
- Venture Capital
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight M&A, financial modeling, valuation, and Portuguese market experience.
- Showcase language skills: Emphasize fluency in English and Portuguese, plus any Spanish proficiency.
- Demonstrate M&A knowledge: Articulate your understanding of transaction processes and software valuations.
- Prepare for case study: Practice financial modeling and analysis relevant to SaaS acquisitions.
- Research Everfield: Understand their mission and how they build software companies.
Technical preparation
Master Excel for financial modeling.,Practice valuation techniques for software.,Familiarize with CRM for outreach tracking.,Review M&A transaction processes.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging M&A deal you managed.,How do you build rapport with CEOs?,Share an example of proactive problem-solving.,How do you adapt to changing market conditions?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus for the Acquisition Associate Portugal role at Everfield?
- The Acquisition Associate Portugal role at Everfield is focused on identifying and evaluating acquisition opportunities within Europe's vertical software landscape, with a specific emphasis on the Portuguese market. You will be involved in the entire investment process, from sourcing to deal execution.
- What experience level is Everfield seeking for the Acquisition Associate Portugal position?
- Everfield is ideally seeking candidates with 4-6 years of experience in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A). This experience should encompass familiarity with transaction processes, financial analysis, and valuation, particularly within the software sector.
- What languages are required for the Acquisition Associate Portugal role?
- Fluency in both spoken and written English and Portuguese is required for the Acquisition Associate Portugal role. Spanish language skills would also be considered a significant advantage.
- What are the key responsibilities of an Acquisition Associate at Everfield?
- Key responsibilities include identifying and contacting software businesses, collecting and analyzing data, preparing financial models and valuations, developing transaction materials, representing Everfield in meetings, managing due diligence workstreams, and maintaining CRM processes.
- How does Everfield support its acquired companies?
- Everfield supports its ecosystem companies by providing resources in talent acquisition and HR, and offering access to a team of experts in building and growing European B2B SaaS companies. They also consult on financial and operational topics.
- What is the recruitment process for the Acquisition Associate Portugal role at Everfield?
- The recruitment process includes an introductory call with the Talent Team, an interview with the Country Manager for Spain and Portugal, a case study with the M&A team, and a final interview with an M&A Country Manager (UK or DACH).
- What kind of personality traits is Everfield looking for in an Acquisition Associate?
- Everfield is looking for individuals who are tenacious, energetic, outgoing, proactive, and possess an entrepreneurial and international mindset. They should be hands-on, able to work independently yet collaboratively, and eager to learn and contribute beyond the core requirements.