Head of M&A

Ralph

. Develop and execute the M&A strategy .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeBerlin • GermanyLead💰 €70,000 - €95,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing M&A strategies, with a strong focus on financial modeling, valuation, and deal structuring. Proven ability to negotiate and close transactions while building and leading a high-performing M&A team.

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Mergers And AcquisitionsFinancial ModelingDeal StructuringNegotiation SkillsGerman Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Valuation AnalysisDue DiligenceDeal Pipeline DevelopmentTransaction ClosingIntegration Planning

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementTeam DevelopmentLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Proprietary Software

Industry Keywords

Investment BankingPrivate EquityCorporate DevelopmentSME AcquisitionHigh-Growth Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute the M&A strategy
Identify, negotiate, and close transactions to rapidly expand Ralph
Build a scalable, data-driven deal engine
Develop a strong deal pipeline and identify acquisition targets
Maintain relationships with sellers
Personally lead negotiations and structure strategic acquisitions
Oversee financial models, valuation analyses, and due diligence processes
Develop an integration plan for newly acquired property management companies using the company’s proprietary software
Recruit and develop an internal M&A team
Work directly with the CEO, CCO, and VP of Operations
Travel throughout Germany for seller negotiations

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5+ years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, investment banking, private equity, or corporate development, ideally with experience acquiring SMEs
Strong track record of building deal funnels and negotiating and closing transactions
Deep understanding of financial modeling, valuation, and deal structuring
Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and a willingness to build processes from the ground up
Based in Berlin and willing to travel
Regular presence at the Berlin HQ (approximately once per week minimum)
Native-level German proficiency

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive compensation: €70,000–€95,000 plus benefits and attractive equity options in the company
High degree of ownership and autonomy
Complete flexibility regarding remote work
Steep learning curve at an emerging AI startup
Work alongside the founders as mentors, including former Harvard, BCG, and McKinsey professionals
Quarterly company-wide gatherings
Diversity and equal opportunity