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Job Description

Company Description Valandis is an independent corporate finance advisory firm based in Amsterdam, focused on transactions across European markets. The firm advises entrepreneurs, management teams, and investors on acquisitions, exits, carve-outs, and financing transactions. Valandis is built on the principle that senior advisers remain closely involved in each mandate, providing hands-on expertise throughout the engagement. Clients work directly with the advisers responsible for their strategy, valuation, negotiation, financing, and completion, ensuring high-quality, tailored execution. This structure offers team members exposure to complex deals and direct collaboration with experienced professionals. Role Description The Mergers and Acquisitions Associate will work full time on-site in Amsterdam, supporting the execution of corporate finance transactions across Europe. Day-to-day responsibilities include financial analysis and valuation, building financial models, conducting market and company research, and preparing pitch materials and client presentations. The Associate will also assist in due diligence processes, coordinate information flows between clients, counterparties, and other advisers, and help draft transaction documentation. The role also involves contributing to strategic recommendations, supporting negotiations, and maintaining organized deal files and timelines. The Associate will collaborate closely with senior advisers, gaining exposure to all phases of the transaction lifecycle. Qualifications Strong financial analysis and modeling skills, including experience with valuation techniques (DCF, comparables, transaction multiples). Proficiency in corporate finance and M&A concepts, including deal structures, transaction processes, and basic accounting. Excellent research and analytical abilities to assess industries, markets, and companies and synthesize findings clearly. Advanced skills in creating clear, concise presentations and documents (PowerPoint and Excel), with attention to detail. Effective written and verbal communication skills in English as well as in Dutch or German. Ability to manage multiple workstreams, meet tight deadlines, and work collaboratively in a small, high-performance team. 2-5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or transaction services are preferred. Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related quantitative field. High level of integrity, professional judgment, and motivation to learn, with a strong interest in European M&A and advisory work.

Core Responsibilities

Analyze and value companies, build financial models, research markets, and prepare client presentations and pitch materials for European corporate finance transactions. Support due diligence, coordinate information flows, assist with transaction documentation and negotiations, and help manage deal files and timelines throughout the transaction lifecycle.

Requirements

Candidates should have strong financial analysis and modeling skills, knowledge of M&A and corporate finance, and excellent research, presentation, communication, and organizational abilities. A master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related quantitative field is specified, and 2–5 years of relevant experience is preferred; English and Dutch or German language skills are also requested.