We are one of the fastest-growing podcast and audiobook platforms in Europe and we are now looking for an ambitious and highly analytical M&A Associate to join our Corporate Development team and drive the acquisitions that fuel our rapid growth.

Come and join us on our journey to enrich lives through listening.

This is the role

Strategic Planning & Sourcing:

• Work closely together with the Head of Corporate Development, providing support on the execution of strategic M&As and related corporate development priorities.

• Proactively research and source potential acquisition targets, build a robust pipeline, and develop relationships with key stakeholders in the market.
  

Transaction Execution:

• Provide support on the M&A process, including financial modelling, valuation, due diligence, and negotiation of transaction terms.

• Prepare and present detailed business cases, financial analyses, and recommendations to senior management.

• Manage external advisors, including investment bankers, lawyers, and accounting firms.
  

Financial Analysis & Valuation:

• Develop complex financial models to evaluate potential transactions, including discounted cash flow (DCF), comparable company analysis, and precedent transaction analysis.

• Analyze strategic alternatives, including ‘buy vs. build’, partnerships and related options.

• Conduct detailed synergy analysis and assess the financial impact of potential deals.
  

Market & Competitive Intelligence:

• Stay abreast of market trends, competitive landscape, and industry-specific M&A activity.

• Maintain a deep understanding of our industry and the key players within it.
  

Post-Merger Integration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and execute post-merger integration plans to ensure a smooth transition and realise the full value of the acquisition.

• Monitor the performance of acquired businesses against initial deal theses and financial projections.

The role reports directly to our Head of Corporate Development, based at our headquarters in Copenhagen. The position is based in Copenhagen, with some travel expected.

This is you

Experience we’re looking for:

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field.

• 2-5 years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity or a related field.

• Proven experience in M&A transactions.

• Exceptional financial modelling, valuation, and analytical skills.

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely to a variety of audiences.

• High level of integrity, a strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
  

Naturally, being passionate and knowledgeable about podcasts, audio content, media, and entertainment is a big plus!

What We Offer

• Parental Leave: Up to six months of fully paid parental leave for all new parents.

• Equity Participation: All employees have the opportunity to benefit from company growth through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

• Supportive Culture: Unlimited child sick days, free online therapy sessions, and a collaborative, high-performing environment.

• Flexibility & Well-being: Flexible hours and remote work options to support work-life balance.

• Performance, Learning & Development: Access to resources to help you thrive and build your career within a high-growth, dynamic company.
  

This is the hiring process

If we pick your application to continue to the interview stage, this is what you can expect:

• A 30-minute phone or video screening with the Talent Attraction Manager

• A 60-minute interview with the hiring manager

• A potential assessment stage on technicals and strategic thinking

• Stakeholder 1:1's

• Offer stage

We are looking forward to hearing from you as soon as possible. We will conduct interviews on an ongoing basis, with a preferred start date of early June or shortly thereafter.

This is us

Founded in Copenhagen in 2019, Podimo is a platform for podcast and audiobook lovers as well as audio content creators. Our app puts a world of podcasts and audiobooks at your fingertips. Our revenue-sharing model rewards creators for making content that people want to hear – whether they have an established following or a niche audience.

We're a courageous and curious bunch. We recognize the value every individual brings, and respect our coworkers’ ideas, opinions, and time. We approach our work with integrity and humility, and believe that we are better together. We have zero time for sharp elbows and big egos.

We’re fiercely passionate about discovering, creating, and obsessing over great stories. We support our creators deeply, and have massive respect for their process as we help them bring their most exciting ideas and stories to life. We love what we do, but more importantly, we have a good time doing it.

We seek to build a company and culture that mirrors the diversity of the world we’re living in. This means; diversity of talent, voices, ideas, and thoughts. That goes both for our brand, our content, our creators, and our teams.

You are welcome at Podimo for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what stories you have playing in your headphones.