M&A Associate, Corporate Development

• Job offer expiration: 27/11/2026
• Type of work: Hybrid
• Role: Individual Contributor / Specialist
• Location: Europe, Denmark, Copenhagen

• Conduct financial analysis, financial modelling and company valuations to support M&A and other strategic investment decisions.
• Support the execution of M&A transactions, including due diligence, coordination of external advisors, transaction documentation and other deal-related activities.
• Screen and assess potential acquisition targets, including strategic fit, financial performance, valuation and key investment considerations.
• Prepare investment cases, including strategic rationale, financial returns, risks and value creation opportunities.
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to identify potential acquisition targets and assess new markets and growth opportunities.
• Work closely with business divisions and relevant functions to assess commercial, financial and operational aspects of potential acquisitions.
• Support post-acquisition integration planning, including identification and assessment of potential synergies.
• Support broader corporate development and strategic initiatives across the Group.

Your profile

We expect you to have 2-4 years of relevant professional experience, preferably from investment banking, corporate M&A, private equity or Big 4 transaction services. Candidates with a background in strategy consulting and strong financial capabilities will also be considered.

In addition, we expect that you have:

• Strong financial and analytical skills, including experience with financial modelling, valuation and financial statement analysis.
• Experience with M&A transactions, financial due diligence or other transaction-related activities.
• A good commercial understanding and the ability to combine financial analysis with strategic considerations.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, including the ability to develop clear and well-structured decision material.
• A structured and detail-oriented approach, with the ability to deliver high-quality work within tight deadlines.
• The ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks and challenge assumptions when relevant.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate financial and strategic conclusions clearly.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across functions, countries and organizational levels.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
   

We value intellectual curiosity, sound judgement and a willingness to take responsibility. You should be comfortable working in an environment where priorities can change, and where you are expected to take initiative, challenge assumptions and contribute actively.

Ready to build your M&A experience, take responsibility early on and contribute to KK Group’s next phase of growth? We would love to hear from you.

By joining KK Group, you will be part of a culture where diversity is embraced, every nationality is respected, and trust and collaboration across perspectives drives our success. Across our global organisation, we offer a wide range of job opportunities spanning office-based roles, production facilities, and onsite positions worldwide. Our roles cover multiple functions, locations, and disciplines, providing diverse career paths across the business. Whether you’re interested in engineering, manufacturing, operations, or support functions, you’ll find opportunities at KK Group to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.