Business Acquisition Researcher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Latin America.

📋 Description

• Conduct research to identify small enterprises within specific industries and geographic areas.

• Develop and sustain a pipeline of thoroughly researched, call-ready acquisition prospects in the shared Acquisition Pipeline Tracker.

• Perform initial assessments based on company size, years of operation, location, and other relevant criteria.

• Utilize public records, licensing databases, trade organizations, LinkedIn, and additional resources to investigate businesses.

• Estimate company size and potential profitability when financial statements are not accessible.

• Identify business owners and ascertain the best available contact details.

• Create concise business summaries for the principal prior to outreach to owners.

• Assess and score acquisition targets using a defined six-point criterion and provide justification for evaluations.

• Draft brief follow-up emails for business owners who are unreachable.

• Ensure accurate and current information is maintained in the shared Acquisition Pipeline Tracker.

• Regularly communicate with the principal regarding progress, discoveries, and search strategies.

• Identify targets with recurring revenue streams, diverse customer bases, expanding industries, competitive advantages, and minimal exposure to technological disruption.

• Assist in the development of a well-organized acquisition-opportunity pipeline.

⛳️ Requirements

• Outstanding English communication skills, both written and verbal (minimum C1 level).

• A positive, enthusiastic demeanor and a willingness to collaborate and tackle challenges.

• Prior experience in M&A, corporate development, investment banking, private equity, search fund investing, or similar small-business evaluation and screening.

• High proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office applications.

• Excellent research capabilities utilizing public records, licensing databases, LinkedIn, trade organizations, and other resources.

• Ability to estimate company size and potential profitability through indirect indicators.

• Strong independent judgment in identifying suitable acquisition targets.

• Proficient writing skills with the ability to clearly and succinctly summarize business information.

• Keen attention to detail and the capacity to maintain accurate research and company data.

• Competence in evaluating businesses based on industry growth, technological disruption, customer concentration, recurring revenue, supplier dependence, and competitive advantages.

• Fluency in English is essential for all roles.

• Resume or other application materials must be submitted in English.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote position; the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world.

• Observe your local holidays.

• Paid vacation time.

• Opportunities for professional development, including training and growth.

• Performance-based incentives.