Key Skills

Job Description

Sancovia Corporate Finance is an owner-managed, exclusive, independent and fast-growing European M&A boutique. Sancovia specialises in serving small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs & Mid-Market). Having successfully completed more than 250 M&A transactions in the past 14 years across its 11 offices, Sancovia offer personalised and hands-on support to investors and entrepreneurs. At Sancovia, we pride ourselves on being buy & build specialists - a unique niche that sets us apart. As a trusted and full scope M&A consultancy firm, we empower investors and entrepreneurs to strategically expand their portfolios by acquiring and integrating complementary businesses. We are looking for a new Analyst/Associate to join our Corporate Finance team in Amsterdam. Tasks Actively identifying and assessing potential target investment companies Conduct thorough research on selected target companies, including financial (modelling), strategic, and competitor analysis Analysis, preparation and drafting presentations of company profiles, market and sector reports, information memorandums and transaction documentation (for sell- and buy-side purposes) Collaborate with senior team members in marketing and origination activities Assist in preparing historical and projected financial statements Analysis of financial implications of mergers and acquisitions Conduct valuation analysis Requirements An effective team player and highly motivated self-starter with strong communication skills, tenacity and market research skills Excellent Dutch & English language skills (written & spoken) Outstanding interpersonal, presentational, adaptability and time management skills Strong academics, with a completed university degree in fields such as Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business or a science study with financial affinity Previous experience with exposure to transactions from within Corporate Finance, Transaction Services, Consulting or Private Equity. Operational/in-house experience will also be considered Strong knowledge of finance and accounting Highly proficient Excel and PowerPoint skills Benefits Amsterdam based role A competitive salary, with a collaborative working environment, direct interaction with managers and partners as well as clients, in a motivated and international team Career development plan with the opportunity for rapid growth and a large amount of responsibility High deal flow and a full pipeline of assignments to work on immediately Hybrid workplace, flexible working hours and 30 days annual leave plus special leave The Amsterdam office started in 2023; the Dutch team has been rapidly expanding ever since and continues their fast growth path. Being part of Sancovia means being part of a dynamic, collaborative and dedicated team with a great appreciation for the work you do. We provide a strong degree of personal responsibility, freedom and encourage the presentation of your own ideas and concepts. We attach great importance to a positive social work environment and pride ourselves on the promotion and support of your professional development.

Core Responsibilities

Identify and assess potential acquisition targets, conduct financial, strategic, market, and competitor research, and prepare company profiles, reports, information memorandums, and transaction documents. Support marketing and origination activities, prepare historical and projected financial statements, analyze M&A implications, and conduct valuations.

Requirements

Candidates should have a university degree in a relevant field, strong finance and accounting knowledge, and previous transaction exposure in corporate finance, transaction services, consulting, or private equity; operational or in-house experience may also be considered. The role requires excellent Dutch and English, strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, and effective communication, research, presentation, adaptability, teamwork, and time-management abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Collaborative Working Environment
• Career Development Plan
• Rapid Growth Opportunities
• High Deal Flow
• Hybrid Workplace
• Flexible Working Hours
• 30 Days Annual Leave
• Special Leave
• Professional Development