Junior Corporate Development & M&A Associate (all genders)

About Us STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionizing the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective. This provides our operators with a decisive edge in highly contested environments.

We’re focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems - not future promises. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe - today.

Responsibilities

Support the lifecycle of an M&A transaction, from initial opportunity identification and due diligence to deal negotiation, closing, and post-acquisition integration.

Conduct comprehensive industry and competitive analysis to identify potential acquisition targets, investment opportunities, and strategic partnerships.

Build detailed financial models and valuation analyses to support deal evaluations and recommendations.

Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, finance, and legal to ensure seamless execution.

Present transaction proposals and recommendations to senior management.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with investment banks, advisors, consultants, and other industry professionals.

Qualifications

1+ years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, consulting, or a related field.

Strong financial modeling and valuation skills, including experience building complex financial models from scratch.

Experience with a variety of deal structures, including M&A, carve-outs, equity investments, and joint ventures.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (both written and verbal).

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong attention to detail and fluent project management skills.

For further information please reach out to Sally Grütte-Pad, Interim Lead TA partner via talent@stark-defence.com.