PWe seek an enthusiastic individual for an entry level role into Mergers Acquisitions (MA). /ppThe ideal candidate for this position will help identify new investment opportunities and manage stakeholder relationships. /ppWe are looking for a an Origination Associate to identify software companies in Europe and North America. The Origination Associate represents the front-end of the acquisition process: mapping and analysing the market, extending the pipeline of qualified MA leads and getting in contact with prospects. /ppActivities will include both initiating contact via phone with potential targets as well as supporting target account management in order to ensure the market is sufficiently covered. /ppThe ideal candidate is representative and has excellent communication skills and is comfortable conversing with founders. /ppResponsibilities: /pulliInitiate outbound prospecting calls, email and social media communication to identify and connect with new target companies /liliUse Marketing and CRM data to build and maintain existing relationships with key stakeholders / decision makers /liliFollow up on outbound and inbound prospect activities /liliConduct first line interactions with company in order to qualify potential targets /liliDocument meetings/ interactions in form of notes, interactions and administer efforts in CRM system /li /ulpRequirements: /pulliBachelor degree or equivalent experience /liliStrong communication and interpersonal skills /liliAffinity with MA and software /liliEnthusiastic about learning /li /ulpIdeally this individual will have prior experience either full time or internship in private equity or advisory. /p