Deal Origination Associate

About the Company

Beacon is building the essential technology infrastructure for the everyday economy by acquiring, operating, and growing vertical market software companies. Backed by over $550M from investors like General Catalyst and Lightspeed, Beacon focuses on niche, founder-built businesses and accelerates their growth with an AI-native platform.

Responsibilities

• Identify niche vertical market software companies aligned with acquisition strategy
• Conduct outreach via email, phone, and meetings to engage founders and CEOs
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with software entrepreneurs
• Assist in initial evaluation of targets by analyzing financial and operational data
• Maintain and grow the deal pipeline through active sourcing
• Collaborate with M&A and leadership teams during due diligence and execution
• Support deal negotiations by coordinating communication between stakeholders

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in M&A business development, sales, or related fields
• Experience in outreach, relationship-building, or lead generation
• Basic understanding of financial statements, SaaS models, or M&A processes
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Analytical mindset with high attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience specifically within the software or technology sector
• Intellectual curiosity regarding entrepreneurship and business models