Investment Director

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 combines a high-growth technology startup environment with a long-term buy-and-hold private equity model.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end deal processes including financial, operational, commercial, product, and technical diligence
• Underwrite and execute M&A transactions with full autonomy
• Build and scale proprietary M&A agents and AI product suites
• Present acquisition opportunities and detailed financial models to leadership
• Manage relationships with software company founders and stakeholders to ensure smooth transitions
• Collaborate with internal finance, legal, and operations teams for successful integration
• Shape investment processes, philosophy, and capital allocation plans

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in M&A, private equity, investment banking, corporate development, or strategic finance
• Proven track record of leading and closing M&A transactions
• Strong academic record with a degree in Business or Finance
• Ability to manage multiple deals across various industries simultaneously
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for stakeholder management
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with buy-and-build models
• Knowledge of Vertical Market Software (VMS) and technology sectors
• Ability to synthesize complex systems and translate objectives into actionable plans