THE OPPORTUNITY
Growth Capital is a European tech investment bank with offices in Milan, Madrid, and London. We advise startups and scaleups on cross-border fundraising (€5M–€50M) and M&A transactions (EV range €10M–€100M). We also support corporate investors, family offices, PE funds, and VC funds in identifying high-potential tech opportunities. Driving growth is at the core of what we do, providing strategic financial solutions to take innovative companies to the next level.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for an experienced professional to join our Madrid office as Director and to lead Growth Capital Spanish team, exceptional colleagues working on M&A and fundraising transactions for scaleups in the European Tech industry.
Expected start date: Anytime from September 2025 (entry date will be based on the candidates’ needs)
MAIN ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
With a young and dynamic team (check out our remote-working week photos on LinkedIn and our website!), the candidate will manage all stages of the process, developing relationships with current and prospective clients, including origination, structuring and execution of complex transactions. Over time, we expect the candidate to also take a crucial role in deal origination and networking, initially in the Spanish market.
The Director will also join the Management Team, responsible for all key decisions in the Growth Capital Group. Key activities will include:
– Leverage your personal network to create and manage a pipeline of potential clients and investors:
* Originate/source the best tech startups/scaleups. Get exposure to the most disruptive companies in Europe through direct contact with the founding teams and through referrals
* Identify and meet investors who are active in the market. Be in contact with the decision makers at the VC funds, family offices and CVCs
* Build, develop, and maintain long-term relationships with with corporates, investors, VCs, PEs, and advisors in the European VC ecosystem at fairs and networking events
– Project Leader responsibilities for the end-to-end fundraising process in our M&A, Fundraising, and Advisory mandates, with the aim of:
* Achieving the successful closing of the deal
* Coordinating various stakeholders involved and facilitating the work of startups and investors
* Ensuring smooth, effective interaction aimed at achieving the best possible deal conditions
* Drive negotiation of terms, legal documentation, and closing processes
* Establishing a positive and long-term relationships with the companies and investors involved in the transaction
– Stay up to date on developments in the European ecosystem (changes in regulation, best practices, evolution of the competition, closed transactions, most active investors)
– Contribute to the strategic growth of the M&A practice (go-to-market, sector coverage, partnerships)
– A crucial part of the role is also to lead the team based in Madrid, training and mentoring junior colleagues in the values of Growth Capital.
The position requirements are:
* At least 12-15 years of full-time experience in Investment Banking and/or M&A with some exposure to the Venture Capital industry
* Strong knowledge of M&A activity and ability to apply skills creatively to diverse client needs in innovative companies
* Thorough knowledge of VC investment and M&A terms and processes
* Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, particularly in financial modelling and valuation techniques used to analyze scaleups and tech companies
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
* Leadership and client management/networking skills
* High standards of professional and ethical conduct
* Ability to work under tight deadlines, excellent time management and prioritization
* Proactive, dynamic, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
* Hands-on approach, and eagerness to contribute to our growth
* Non-hierarchical thinking, low ego
* Strong familiarity in the use of the Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
* Significant study or work experience abroad, at least a six month working
* Outstanding educational track record;
* English: fluent; Spanish: fluent
* Italian or French is a plus.
PERSONAL TRAITS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
We are looking for a candidate with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of managing various activities while maintaining high quality standards.
We are a team of 25+ people working closely and enthusiastically. A propensity for teamwork, energy, and passion will help the candidate fit in best.
The ideal person has high resourcefulness, proactivity, and organizational autonomy. The candidate should lead outstanding colleagues in an environment where even younger people have not only the opportunity but the obligation to disagree when necessary and to add value by proactively sharing their ideas.
Growth Capital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Growth Capital is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Growth Capital are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Growth Capital will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.