M&A Director

ppAre you ready to play a leading role in shaping the future of ambitious businesses? As anbMA Director /bat BDO, you will be a trusted advisor to entrepreneurs, shareholders, investors and executive teams, helping them navigate their most important strategic decisions. From acquisitions and divestments to growth financing and business transformations, you will lead complex transactions from strategy through execution. /p pBeyond deal delivery, you will play a key role in strengthening client relationships, developing new business opportunities and contributing to the continued growth of BDO’s MA Advisory practice. /p pYou will join our teams that combines technical excellence with entrepreneurship, pragmatism and a strong position in the Belgian mid-market. /p h3What will you be doing? /h3 pIn this role, you will take ownership of high-impact MA and corporate finance assignments, while playing a key role in client development, team leadership and practice growth. /p ul libBe the trusted advisor /bto entrepreneurs, investors and senior executives, helping them navigate strategic growth, acquisitions, divestments and financing decisions. /li libLead high-impact transactions /bfrom strategy and origination through to negotiation and closing, across buy-side, sell-side and growth financing projects. /li libDrive business growth /bby developing client relationships, identifying new opportunities and strengthening BDO's presence in the Belgian MA market. /li libShape strategic decisions /bthrough financial analysis, valuation insights, due diligence and pragmatic deal advice. /li libStructure and finance deals /bby advising clients on transaction structures, funding strategies and discussions with investors and lenders. /li libManage key stakeholders /band coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure a smooth and successful deal process. /li libDeliver excellenceby /boverseeing high-quality engagements and providing practical, value-driven recommendationsb. /b /li libDevelop future leadersby /bcoaching and mentoring managers, consultants and analysts throughout their career journeyb. /b /li libLeverage the power of BDOby /bcollaborating with colleagues across Tax, Legal, Audit, Accounting and Consulting to deliver integrated solutions. /li libCreate value beyond the dealby /bhelping clients realise growth opportunities and maximize transaction outcomes. /li /ul h3What do you bring to the table? /h3 pWe are looking for an experienced MA professional with strong deal execution capabilities, commercial maturity and the ambition to help grow our presence in the Belgian market. /p ul liYou have 10+ years of experience in MA, corporate finance, transaction services, investment banking, private equity or a comparable advisory environment. /li liYou have a strong track record of leading complex buy-side and sell-side transactions, guiding clients from strategic planning and deal origination through to successful closing. /li liYou have an established network of entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, private equity professionals, bankers and other key market participants, which you actively leverage to originate deal opportunities and build long-term relationships. /li liYou are recognized for your commercial acumen and have a proven track record of developing business, generating revenue and contributing to the growth of an MA or Corporate Finance practice. /li liYou combine strong technical expertise in valuation, financial modelling and deal structuring with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach. /li liYou have proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams while managing multiple stakeholders in dynamic transaction environments. /li liYou hold a Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related field. Additional qualifications such as CFA are considered an asset. /li liYou communicate fluently in Dutch and English; knowledge of French is a strong advantage. /li liYou are entrepreneurial, commercially driven and motivated to play a key role in the continued growth and success of BDO’s MA Advisory practice. /li /ul h3What do we bring to the table? /h3 pAccording to our own colleagues, it’s got something to do with the great team spirit and atmosphere within our organisation and the focus on their wellbeing... But... just take a look for yourself at what we got to offer: /p ul libCulture: /b You will join a team of experts who encourage respect, diversity and teamwork. /li libDevelopment: /b You decide the direction of your career, and we support you where necessary through our BDO Academy. /li libImpact: /b From day 1 you will be given responsibility, with strong support from your team. /li libGrowth: /b You get access to a wide range of learning and growth opportunities across deals and advisory assignments. /li libNetwork: /b You work closely with colleagues across business practices to deliver integrated solutions. /li libFlexibility: /b You choose where you work wi