We are one of the fastest-growing podcast and audiobook platforms in Europe, and we are now looking for a Senior Manager, Corporate Development, to join our journey to enrich lives through listening.

This is the role

Strategic Planning & Sourcing:

• Partner with executive leadership and business units to understand strategic priorities and identify potential M&A opportunities that align with our long-term growth objectives.
• Proactively research and source potential acquisition targets, build a robust pipeline, and develop relationships with key stakeholders in the market.

Transaction Execution:

• Lead the end-to-end M&A process, including initial outreach, financial modelling, valuation, due diligence, and negotiation of transaction terms.
• Prepare and present detailed business cases, financial analyses, and recommendations to senior management and the Board of Directors.
• Manage external advisors, including investment bankers, lawyers, and accounting firms.

Financial Analysis & Valuation:

• Develop complex financial models to evaluate potential transactions, including discounted cash flow (DCF), comparable company analysis, and precedent transaction analysis.
• Conduct detailed synergy analysis and assess the financial impact of potential deals.

Market & Competitive Intelligence:

• Stay abreast of market trends, competitive landscape, and industry-specific M&A activity.
• Maintain a deep understanding of our industry and the key players within it.

Post-Merger Integration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and execute post-merger integration plans to ensure a smooth transition and realise the full value of the acquisition.
• Monitor the performance of acquired businesses against initial deal theses and financial projections.
  

This is you

Experience we’re looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; an MBA is strongly preferred.
• 5-7+ years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or a related field.
• Proven track record of leading and executing M&A transactions from origination to close.
• Exceptional financial modelling, valuation, and analytical skills.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely to a variety of audiences.
• High level of integrity, a strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

Naturally, being passionate and knowledgeable about podcasts, audio content, media, and entertainment is a big plus!

This is the benefits

• Parental Leave: Up to six months of fully paid parental leave for all new parents.
• Equity Participation: All employees have the opportunity to benefit from company growth through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Supportive Culture: Unlimited child sick days, free online therapy sessions, and a collaborative, high-performing environment.
• Flexibility & Well-being: Flexible hours and remote work options to support work-life balance.
• Performance, Learning & Development: Access to resources to help you thrive and build your career within a high-growth, dynamic company.
  

This is the hiring process

If we pick your application to continue to the interview stage, this is what you can expect:

• A 30-minute phone or video screening w. a Talent Attraction Specialist
• A 60-minute interview with the hiring manager
• Case session with the hiring panel
• Stakeholder 1:1's 
• Offer stage

Our main focus is to run an efficient and enjoyable interview process. We will conduct interviews on an ongoing basis, and the preferred starting date is October 1st or shortly thereafter.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

This is us

Founded in Copenhagen in 2019, Podimo is a platform for podcast and audiobook lovers as well as audio content creators. Our app puts a world of podcasts and audiobooks at your fingertips. Our revenue-sharing model rewards creators for makin