Investment Associate

We're hiring an Investment Associate to help source, evaluate, and execute software acquisitions. This is a high-impact role at the centre of Aries’ MA engine. You'll work directly with founders, the leadership team, and external stakeholders across the full deal lifecycle - from sourcing to execution to post-acquisition value creation.
You’ll gain hands-on exposure across private equity investing, operational strategy, and software growth — within a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Source and evaluate software acquisition opportunities across Europe and beyond

Conduct financial analysis, market research, and valuation modelling

Lead and manage due diligence across legal, financial, commercial, and technical areas

Support investment memos, committee prep, deal structuring, and negotiation

Collaborate with portfolio companies post-acquisition on growth and integration

Build sourcing relationships and strengthen Aries’ investment pipeline


What We’re Looking For


2–5 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, VC, or corporate development

Strong financial modeling and valuation skills (experience with SaaS preferred)

Proven experience leading or supporting deal processes from end to end

Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset and commercial acumen

Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to thrive in a high-velocity, ownership-driven environment


Why Join Aries


Help build one of Europe’s most ambitious software platforms

Work on live deals with a team of experienced investors and operators

Shape the playbook for how we acquire, scale, and integrate SaaS companies

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