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Please note that the position is only available to applicants from Germany and Austria.
The language requirements for this position are: German - Fluent, English - Fluent.

Abingdon continues to expand its presence across Europe, and the DACH region is a core pillar of our long-term buy-and-hold strategy.As we scale our sourcing team and deepen relationships with founders and advisors, we are hiring a Corporate Development Analyst to support our deal origination efforts in the region. This role is part of our growing international team and reflects our sustained investment in identifying and partnering with mission-critical B2B software companies. This is a fully remote Corporate Development Analyst role focused on sourcing and evaluating B2B software opportunities across the DACH region. You’ll work closely with senior leadership to identify potential acquisitions, map markets, engage founders, and support early-stage deal assessment. It’s a unique chance for a graduate with 1–2 years of experience to join a long-term, buy-and-hold acquirer with a strong track record, meaningful responsibility from day one, and exposure across the full M&A pipeline.

Activities

• Identify and source B2B software acquisition opportunities across the DACH region through market research, outbound outreach, and relationship-building.
• Support the team by reviewing initial company information, financials, and market data and fit with Abingdon’s investment criteria.
• Support market mapping projects to deepen our understanding of specific verticals and competitive landscapes.
• Engage with founders, advisors, and industry stakeholders as part of the early deal origination process.
• Help create short summaries and internal notes so senior colleagues can quickly evaluate new opportunities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across sourcing, corporate development, and operations to ensure smooth handover of opportunities through the M&A pipeline.
• Maintain and update internal CRM and sourcing tracking tools to ensure pipeline visibility and data quality.

Requirements

• Recently graduated or up to 1–2 years of experience in finance, consulting, corporate development, private equity, sales, or business development.
• Strong interest in M&A, B2B software, and understanding how companies grow.
• Comfortable speaking with founders and advisors, with a confident and professional communication style.
• Good analytical skills and ability to understand business models and basic financial metrics.
• Proactive, curious, and able to work independently in a fully remote environment.
• Excellent communication skills in German and English (both required).
• Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple conversations and tasks at the same time.
• Familiarity with Excel/Google Sheets, PowerPoint/Slides, and CRM systems — or a willingness to learn quickly.
• A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work closely with Abingdon’s sourcing, corporate development, and execution teams to ensure a smooth handover of qualified opportunities.

Team

The new hire will join Abingdon Software Group’s Corporate Development, sourcing team, a collaborative, internationally minded group focused on identifying and engaging high-quality B2B software companies. The team is primarily based in London and Madrid, working closely with Abingdon’s corporate development execution team throughout the M&A process.

Although the role is fully remote, the successful candidate will be expected to travel to London regularly for team meetings, training sessions, and cross-functional collaboration.

The sourcing team maintains a supportive culture with regular communication, shared learning, and direct exposure to senior leadership. Analysts are encouraged to contribute ideas early, develop strong commercial instincts, and grow within a team that values curiosity, teamwork, and long-term development.

Application Process

General Application Process

1. Online Application
   Submit your CV and a short note on why you’re interested in the role and in Abingdon Software Group.
2. Initial Screening
   Our sourcing team will review your application. If there is a good fit, we’ll invite you to a short introductory call to get to know you better.
3. First Interview
   A conversation with a member of our sourcing or corporate development team to discuss your experience, motivation, and interest in M&A and B2B software.
4. Case Exercise (Light Assessment)
   A brief, practical task such as reviewing a company profile or a simple market-mapping exercise. This helps us understand how you think and communicate.
5. Final Interview
   A discussion with senior members of the team, with a focus on cultural fit, communication style, and collaboration across sourcing and execution.
6. Offer
   Successful candidates will receive a formal offer and onboarding details.

We aim to keep the process efficient, transparent, and respectful of your time—typically completed within a few weeks.

About the Company

Abingdon Software Group is a European software company based in the U.K. We acquire 100% of mission-critical software companies, and provide a permanent home for companies with our buy-and-hold strategy.

 

We are interested in acquiring a founder-owned or managed business, focusing on mission-critical software in Europe and North America. We seek companies with ARR of €1 - €10 million, industry agnostic, and profitability of 10%+.