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Aries is a rapidly-scaling, next-generation software group purpose-built to scale founder-led, mission-critical SaaS companies at the heart of the $50B+ cloud ecosystem. We unify niche B2B SaaS businesses under Aries' AI and Growth Platform - unlocking visibility, velocity, and value across our portfolio. With a permanent capital base and ~$200M invested annually, we’re building a new model for software scale focused on long-term value.
The Role
We're hiring an Investment Associate to help source, evaluate, and execute software acquisitions. This is a high-impact role at the centre of Aries’ M&A engine. You'll work directly with founders, the leadership team, and external stakeholders across the full deal lifecycle - from sourcing to execution to post-acquisition value creation.
You’ll gain hands-on exposure across private equity investing, operational strategy, and software growth - within a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Source and evaluate software acquisition opportunities across Europe and beyond
* Conduct financial analysis, market research, and valuation modelling
* Lead and manage due diligence across legal, financial, commercial, and technical areas
* Support investment memos, committee prep, deal structuring, and negotiation
* Collaborate with portfolio companies post-acquisition on growth and integration
* Build sourcing relationships and strengthen Aries’ investment pipeline
What We’re Looking For
* 2-5 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, VC, or corporate development
* Strong financial modelling and valuation skills (experience with SaaS preferred)
* Proven experience leading or supporting deal processes from end to end
* Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset and commercial acumen
* Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills
* Ability to thrive in a high-velocity, ownership-driven environment
Why Join Aries
* Help build an ambitious software platform
* Work on live deals with a team of experienced investors and operators
* Shape the playbook for how we acquire, scale, and integrate SaaS companies
* High autonomy, high learning curve, and high impact
Apply now to join Aries Global and help us reshape how software companies scale in the AI-native era.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance
* Industries
Technology, Information and Internet
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