Vice President M&A

Frankfurt - Germany

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Plantrs Vice President M&A

About the Role

As Vice President M&A you will play a pivotal leadership role in the execution and success of multiple M&A transactions simultaneously. You will act as a key interface between clients investors senior leadership and deal teams taking ownership of transactions from origination through closing.

This role is ideal for an experienced M&A professional who combines technical excellence strategic judgment and leadership capability and who is ready to step into a role with significant responsibility visibility and long-term growth potential within a high-performing advisory environment.

Responsibilities

Deal Execution & Leadership

Take end-to-end responsibility for the execution of M&A transactions across multiple mandates in parallel
Lead deal teams throughout the full transaction lifecycle from pitch and preparation through signing and closing
Support Partners and Managing Directors while independently managing workstreams and client interactions

Client & Investor Interface

Act as a primary point of contact for clients and investors during live transactions
Maintain full oversight of all commercial financial and process-related aspects of each deal
Confidently represent the firm in complex discussions and negotiations at senior decision-maker level

Team Development

Serve as a trusted leader and mentor for a high-performing ambitious team
Ensure effective knowledge transfer coaching and professional development of junior team members
Foster a collaborative high-standards culture focused on excellence and accountability

Strategic Contribution

Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of M&A processes and transaction execution standards
Support the development of the firms long-term strategic direction and market positioning

Business Development & Network Expansion

Continuously expand and leverage your professional network
Actively support senior leadership in business development origination and client relationship growth

Technical Excellence

Provide strategic and technical guidance on financial modeling valuation business plans equity stories and transaction documentation
Ensure the highest analytical and qualitative standards across all deal materials

Your Profile

Professional Experience

5 8 years of relevant experience in M&A advisory investment banking or corporate finance
Demonstrated track record of successfully executed transactions

Education

Bachelors Masters MBA or PhD in Business Economics Finance or a comparable discipline
Strong academic performance with a clear focus on corporate finance and transactions

Leadership & Mindset

Entrepreneurial proactive and ownership-driven personality
Strong team player with the ability to lead motivate and develop others

Communication & Negotiation

Excellent negotiation and presentation skills
Confident communicator at C-level even in challenging or high-pressure situations
Full professional proficiency in German and English; additional languages are an advantage

Analytical Strength

Exceptional financial and strategic analytical capabilities
Highly structured detail-oriented reliable and execution-focused

Why You Should Join

Meaningful Responsibility & Visibility

Take real ownership of transactions and play a central role in high-impact deals
Direct exposure to clients investors and senior leadership from day one

Outstanding Deal Flow

Work on a consistently high volume of live transactions across industries and geographies
Be actively involved in both execution and origination

Boutique Excellence with Market Leadership

Combine the agility and responsibility of a boutique with the market standing of a top-tier advisory platform
Small high-quality teams with short decision paths and flat hierarchies

Attractive Compensation

Competitive fixed salary plus performance-based bonus reflecting your contribution and seniority

Professional Growth & Career Progression

Clear merit-based career path with long-term development opportunities
Continuous feedback structured development and strong mentorship from experienced dealmakers

Culture & Environment

Collaborative performance-driven and respectful working culture
Regular team events and a dynamic office environment in one of Europes leading financial hubs

Plantrs Vice President M&A About the Role As Vice President M&A you will play a pivotal leadership role in the execution and success of multiple M&A transactions simultaneously. You will act as a key interface between clients investors senior leadership and deal teams taking ownership of ...