Senior Director - Commercial, Digital & Technology Due Diligence

Director – AI, Commercial, Digital & Technology Due Diligence

Location: Amsterdam | Regional coverage: Benelux

About the firm

Our client is a European consultancy advising private equity investors and businesses on transaction strategy, digital transformation and value creation. Combining commercial analysis with technology, data and AI expertise, the firm supports clients through acquisitions, portfolio development and exits.

The opportunity

The firm is seeking a Director to strengthen its transaction advisory practice across Benelux. You will lead international due diligence engagements, advise investors on the potential of acquisition targets and develop value creation strategies for portfolio companies.

Working closely with partners and specialist teams, you will take ownership of client delivery while contributing to team development and the growth of the regional practice.

Key responsibilities

• Lead buy-side and sell-side due diligence engagements, integrating commercial, digital, technology and data findings into clear investment recommendations.
• Assess markets, competitive positioning, customer dynamics, revenue models and business plan assumptions through commercial due diligence.
• Evaluate digital market positioning, customer acquisition efficiency, marketing performance, e-commerce capabilities and organisational readiness through digital due diligence.
• Work with technical specialists on technology due diligence, assessing product roadmaps, software architecture, scalability, technical debt, development capabilities and investment requirements.
• Assess the strategic impact of AI on target companies, including disruption risks, competitive advantages and opportunities for growth or efficiency.
• Develop equity stories and prioritised value creation initiatives to support acquisitions, portfolio development and exit preparation.
• Lead management interviews, workshops and presentations, translating complex findings into practical implications for investors and executives.
• Direct project teams and coordinate specialist contributors, ensuring rigorous analysis and delivery within transaction deadlines.
• Develop client relationships and contribute to proposals and new business opportunities across Benelux.
• Coach consultants and managers, support recruitment and strengthen the practice’s capabilities.

Candidate requirements

• At least seven years of relevant experience in transaction advisory, strategy consulting or digital strategy.
• Demonstrated experience leading due diligence engagements for private equity or corporate clients.
• Strong expertise in commercial, digital or technology due diligence, with the ability to integrate findings across disciplines.
• Understanding of digital business models and the commercial implications of technology, data and AI.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, with confidence challenging assumptions and presenting clear conclusions.
• Excellent client management, written communication and presentation skills.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
• A strong university degree in business, economics, computer science or a related discipline; a master’s degree or MBA is advantageous.
• Fluent English; Dutch and/or French and experience in the Benelux market would be advantageous.

What the role offers

• Responsibility for international transactions and direct exposure to investment decision-makers.
• Close collaboration with partners and specialists across commercial strategy, technology, data and AI.
• The opportunity to connect transaction insights with practical portfolio value creation.
• Scope to develop a team and help shape the Benelux practice.
• A flexible, hybrid working environment and opportunities for professional development.