CEO – MBI Program Operating Partner

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

📋 Description

• Identify and evaluate potential acquisition targets with the financial and strategic backing of AIA.

• Develop an acquisition pipeline during the compensated Origination phase.

• Collaborate with AIA’s investment professionals throughout the due diligence, valuation, and deal structuring processes.

• Assume the role of CEO during a structured leadership transition.

• Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders.

• Oversee operations of the acquired company.

• Formulate and implement a growth plan focused on delivering value.

• Collaborate with AIA on governance, reporting, and compliance matters.

• Design and execute an exit strategy aimed at maximizing returns and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the business.

• Engage in a comprehensive 15–17-week selection process that includes leadership assessments, interviews, a business case, an investment thesis, and a final presentation.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a general management position with direct responsibility for both sales and profitability.

• At least 10–15 years of professional experience post-undergraduate.

• Demonstrated success and in-depth expertise in a sector that aligns with AIA’s investment thesis and strategic goals.

• Experience across a range of business types, including corporates and SMEs.

• Resilience, resourcefulness, and the capability to navigate significant business challenges.

• Readiness to assume a leadership position with a clear vision for growth.

• A blend of humility, strong personal motivation, and an understanding of effective collaboration.

• Strong regional knowledge and fluency in the local language and business culture.

• A thorough understanding of the economy and a well-established network in the selected geography.

• Proficiency in business English will be evaluated during the application process.

• Willingness and eligibility to reside and work in the designated country/countries, as outlined in the application questions.

🏝️ Benefits

• Compensation provided during the Origination phase.

• Ongoing financial and strategic support from AIA throughout the acquisition process.

• Assistance from AIA’s investment professionals in due diligence, valuation, and deal structuring.

• A structured transition plan that includes leadership handover and building relationships with key stakeholders.

• Governance, reporting, and compliance support from AIA’s team.

• Committed backing from investors.

• An opportunity to become a CEO-owner of an acquired business.