Head of M&A

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

We’re seeking a Head of M&A to join our firm. You will be responsible for supporting our portfolio companies in evaluating their exit strategies including, but not limited to, M&A and IPO, as well as preparing and coaching them throughout the M&A lifecycle. You will also refer our portfolio company to select transaction advisors in our network. The right candidate will be a strong source of support for our portfolio companies in negotiations, assisting them to achieve favorable terms and maximize value for their shareholders. 

Your Responsibilities 

• Prepare companies for exit, both the process and what they need to have in place in their own businesses before starting a process 
• Keep companies up to speed on current market conditions as well as provide an outlook on how the markets are expected to go, as it relates to potential exit considerations.
• Track portfolio company progress and proactively identify and approach those portfolio companies which are on their path to exit through M&A or IPO and provide support to manage the exit process. 
• Build strong rapport with relevant buyers and listing places.
• Provide deep understanding of what buyers in our industry are looking for, M&A market dynamics & best practices to inform our founders and BITKRAFT partners
• Develop and deploy a robust acquisition pipeline process, leveraging our network of M&A advisors. 
• Communicate regulatory, financial information and complex strategic issues in a clear, concise and relevant manner to assist and guide decision-makers. 
• Collaborate closely with portfolio companies to understand their growth objectives, market positioning, and strategic priorities.
• Evaluate financial statements & results, budgets, and forecasts in order to recommend appropriate strategic and other financing solutions to portfolio companies. 
• Establish and maintain relationships with potential partners and founders. Negotiate M&A deals and manage due diligence and post-acquisition integration.
• Develop and implement processes and procedures to ensure M&A compliance. 
• Prepare reports and presentations for leadership on M&A initiatives. 

YOU: 

• Ambition and grit
• Love for the deal: You just love the art of the deal and thrive throughout the entire deal process.
• Passion for and great understanding of startups and venture capital—a foundation in startups is helpful to build credibility in working with founders
• Deep knowledge of and passion for the games and interactive entertainment sectors (including working experience in the industry)
• Strong understanding of M&A principles, financial analysis, valuation methodologies, and transaction structuring.
• Extensive transaction experience, including documented history of achieving favorable deal terms, maximizing valuation, and mitigating risks through effective negotiation and deal structuring strategies.
• Established network with founders and investors in the venture capital ecosystem and in particular in gaming and entertainment
• Candid and clear communication, with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Strategic mindset with strong quantitative and analytical thinking as well as  great attention to detail: analytical, fact-driven yet pragmatic working style
• Demonstrated willingness to go the extra mile for new opportunities, portfolio companies, and other projects to score a big win for BITKRAFT
• Proven ability to lead and drive multiple projects at once, while adding creative ideas
• Dedication to our existing portfolio of companies and desire to proactively provide support for them
• Strong deal and commercial judgment, financial modeling, and research skills
• Team-oriented attitude and familiarity and passion for working in distributed teams and in remote working environments

Additional Information

• Language Skills: Excellent English, both spoken and written
• Location: Major city in the Western Hemisphere
• The position will require travel