Associate Partner – Mergers & Acquisitions

Clairfield International

. Origination of national and international M&A projects in core industries .

Posted 10/26/2026contractStuttgart • GermanySeniorLead💰 €200,000 - €750,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in M&A and corporate finance, with a strong network in core industries and a deep understanding of mid-market transactions. Exhibits an entrepreneurial mindset and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

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M&A ExperienceCorporate Finance ExpertiseInvestment Banking KnowledgeNetwork Access to Decision-MakersMid-Market Transaction Understanding

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Hard Skills

M&A Project OriginationM&A Project ExecutionCorporate Finance AnalysisInvestment Banking TransactionsProject Management

Soft Skills

Entrepreneurial MindsetIndependent ThinkingClient Service CommitmentCollaboration Skills

Industry Keywords

National M&A ProjectsInternational M&A ProjectsUpper Mid-Market TransactionsMid-Market TransactionsIndustry Advisory Boards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Origination of national and international M&A projects in core industries
Execution of national and international M&A projects
Management of projects and key responsibilities
Collaboration with the team in Germany, more than 20 industry advisory boards, and over 450 Clairfield professionals worldwide

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 8 years of extensive professional experience in M&A, corporate finance, or investment banking
Established network in your core industries and access to decision-makers
Professional standards commensurate with a leading international M&A advisory firm
Understanding of the upper mid-market and mid-market transactions
Passion for M&A
Entrepreneurial and independent approach to thinking and working
Entrepreneurial mindset, M&A mindset, and an uncompromising commitment to client service

Benefits

Comp & perks

Diverse opportunities for professional development
Professional working environment
Excellent network
Strong access to decision-makers
Strong market reputation
Above-average earning potential
Potential opportunity for an equity stake
Highly attractive compensation model
Opportunity to join the group of shareholders after successful onboarding and a proven track record
Hybrid work arrangement