Overview As an Exit Ready Director, you will be a trusted advisor to Belgian SME entrepreneurs. You will guide them through the complex process of preparing their businesses for a sale, providing strategic, financial, and operational advice. Your expertise and seniority will allow you to build deep relationships with clients, positioning Marktlink as their partner of choice. Your Responsibilities Act as a trusted advisor to SME entrepreneurs, guiding them through the exit preparation process; Lead consultancy projects focused on improving operational efficiency, financial performance, and strategic positioning to maximize company value; Conduct in-depth analyses of clients’ businesses to identify opportunities for optimization and value enhancement; Collaborate with the client and internal teams to develop and implement tailored exit strategies; Provide guidance and mentorship to junior, medior and/or senior consultants involved in project execution; Deliver workshops, masterclasses, and presentations to educate clients on exit readiness; Build and maintain long-term client relationships based on trust and expertise. Your profile Experience in business improvement, corporate finance, or M&A advisory; Proven experience working with SMEs and an understanding of the unique challenges they face; Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess business performance and identify areas for improvement; Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of building trust with senior-level stakeholders; Native Dutch speaker with a deep understanding of Belgian business culture; Willingness totravel across Belgium to meet with clients; A sales-and target driven, entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for helping businesses succeed. Why us? At Marktlink, we’re not just dealmakers, we’re future-shapers. With a strong focus on tech, data, and AI, we’re redefining the world of M&A. Here’s what you can expect when you join our fast-growing, entrepreneurial team: Opportunity to shape the future of a leading European M&A firm; Unlimited holidays - work hard, play hard, with a unique blend of freedom and responsibility; Competitive salary and performance based bonus; HP laptop and iPhone; Responsibilityfrom day one, with flexible working hours and entrepreneurial colleagues; Tailor-made training and personal development, because growth never stops; Annual paid ski trip and the Marktlink Gala. A positive result of the pre-employment screening is a necessary condition for offering an employment contract. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Project Management Sign in to set job alerts for “Consulting Director” roles. Antwerp, Flemish Region, Belgium 3 weeks ago Director Finance Transformation – CFO Advisory Zaventem, Flemish Region, Belgium 6 days ago Zaventem, Flemish Region, Belgium 3 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr