Contractor - Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Specialist - Remote - Full Time

The People Group (TPG) is an umbrella organization supporting a portfolio of growing businesses, including JamPot, Byron, Leverage Assistants, Game Time Vending, and other affiliated companies. We collaborate across entities to drive strategic growth initiatives, including mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and long-term value creation.

As part of our continued expansion, we are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented M&A Specialist to work closely with senior leadership and directly with the Founder on merger and acquisition initiatives across multiple business units.

This role supports end-to-end M&A and corporate development activities, from target identification and financial analysis to due diligence and post-acquisition integration planning. You will operate in a fast-paced, multi-business environment and work directly with executive stakeholders on strategic transactions.

Requirements

Required Experience and Skills:

• Proven experience in M&A, corporate development, investment banking, private equity, strategy, or finance
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, and research skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
• Comfortable working remotely and independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to operate across multiple businesses and competing priorities
• Strong judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential information

Education & Nice to Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in M&A, corporate development, or transaction advisory
• Advanced degree (MBA, Master’s in Finance, or equivalent international qualification) is a plus but not required
• Experience supporting Founder-led, PE-backed, or growth-stage organizations
• Exposure to multi-entity, cross-border, or roll-up acquisition strategies
• Experience working in a remote, distributed, or fractional team environment
• Background in consulting, Big 4, transaction advisory, or similar professional services

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct financial analysis, valuation modeling, and market research
• Support the evaluation of acquisition, merger, and investment opportunities
• Assist with due diligence across financial, operational, and strategic areas
• Prepare deal materials, internal memos, and executive-level presentations
• Coordinate with legal, finance, and external advisors throughout the transaction lifecycle
• Support negotiation preparation and transaction structuring
• Assist with post-acquisition integration planning and performance tracking
• Maintain deal pipelines, trackers, and documentation across multiple entities
  

Desired Traits & Skills:

• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to take initiative and follow through independently
• Highly detail-oriented with a disciplined, structured approach to analysis and documentation
• Comfortable working in ambiguity and adapting to evolving priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Commercially minded with the ability to think strategically beyond the numbers
• Clear, concise communicator able to present insights to senior leadership
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive information
• Strong time management and prioritization skills across multiple workstreams
• Collaborative team player who can work effectively across functions and business units

Additional Requirements:

• Availability to support the Founder during U.S. Eastern Standard Time (EST) business hours, with reasonable flexibility as needed
• This role requires a full-time level of commitment and consistent availability to support ongoing M&A initiatives
• Best suited for candidates who are able to prioritize this role as their primary professional focus, rather than balancing multiple active client engagements or projects

Benefits

• Direct exposure to senior leadership and Founder-level decision-making
• Hands-on involvement in real transactions, not just analysis
• Opportunity to grow within a multi-business organization
• Long-term, stable remote engagement
• Meaningful impact on company growth and strategic direction
• Compensation is negotiable and commensurate with experience

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact, move fast, learn across industries, and act as a true business partner—this could be the perfect opportunity. We're looking for someone exceptional. If that’s you, apply now.