Corporate Development / M&A Analyst

About the Job

Culligan is seeking a highly motivated Corporate Development / M&A Analyst to support acquisitions across the EMEA region, with focus on Poland. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to the full M&A lifecycle in a fast-growing, PE-backed international organization, working closely with senior leaders on high-impact transactions.

Major Responsibilities

M&A Transaction Execution

• Support end-to-end M&A transactions, from target screening and valuation through due diligence and closing.
• Build and maintain financial models, valuation analyses, and business cases supporting investment decisions
• Conduct financial, commercial, strategic, and operational analysis of acquisition targets.
• Coordinate due diligence activities with internal stakeholders and external advisors.
• Prepare presentations and materials for senior management, Investment Committees, and Boards.

Deal Origination & Pipeline Development

• Actively support acquisition sourcing activities, particularly within the Polish market
• Maintain and develop target databases and acquisition pipelines, also leveraging on the extensive BU knowledge of the market and the existing origination activities
• Establish initial contact with business owners, advisors, and industry participants.
• Evaluate acquisition opportunities and prepare preliminary investment assessments.
• Track market trends, industry developments, and competitor acquisition activity.

Work Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in:
• Investment Banking
• M&A Advisory
• Transaction Services
• Corporate Development
• Strategy Consulting
• Private Equity
• Hands-on involvement in transaction execution, financial analysis, or strategic projects.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.

Skills

• Strong financial modelling and valuation capabilities (DCF, comparable companies, transaction multiples).
• Good understanding of M&A processes and transaction documentation.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic international environment.
• Fluent Polish and English (written and spoken); additional European languages are a plus.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a strong attention to detail and results-oriented approach.

Why Join Culligan?

• Work on international M&A transactions across the EMEA region.
• Gain exposure to the full acquisition lifecycle in a PE-backed organization.
• Collaborate directly with senior executives and decision-makers.
• Enjoy significant opportunities for professional and career development.
• Be part of a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and collaborative culture.

we offer

• Employment based on a contract of employment
• A flexible, hybrid work model
• Great workplace inoffice in Warsaw
• Package of non-salary benefits (medical care for employee, MyBenefit cafeteria).
• Possibility of gaining experience in a dynamic team, fast changing environment, building global connections