Vice President Transaction Advisory / Strategy (m/f/d)

Overview

In this role you will co-lead the Transaction Advisory / Strategy Team, owning P&L, talent, and project prioritization to drive value for buy-side and sell-side transactions. You will oversee end-to-end due diligence across international engagements, shape client strategy, and build partnerships with private equity funds. You’ll standardize processes, contribute to sales, and lead AI-enabled service innovations while collaborating with leadership and representing the firm at industry events. This is a hands-on role at the intersection of strategy and execution, focused on measurable digital growth and transformation.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive rewards with performance-based bonuses
• Exclusive investment opportunities
• Digital Leaders of Tomorrow program for accelerated development
• Rapid assumption of responsibility and career shaping
• Flexible hybrid working model across multiple offices
• Pension scheme and wellness and mobility perks

Responsibilities

• Co-lead strategic direction and development of the Transaction Advisory / Strategy Team with senior management
• Assume full P&L responsibility for client acquisition, staffing, project prioritization, profitability, and client satisfaction
• Oversee end-to-end delivery of international commercial, digital, tech, and data due diligence for buy-side and sell-side transactions, including strategy and requirements definition
• Drive internal knowledge development and build strategic partnerships with leading private equity funds
• Establish and optimize standardized processes, templates, and QA mechanisms for ongoing projects and new solutions
• Contribute to sales and pitching efforts and develop AI-driven services aligned with market trends
• Collaborate with the leadership team across all departments
• Represent the firm and the Transaction Advisory / Strategy Team at industry events, conferences, trade shows, and universities
• Partner with People & Culture to grow the team and recruit top-tier talent

Key requirements

• University degree; Master’s or MBA preferred
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in (digital) strategy consulting, transaction advisory, or digital transformation/marketing
• Strong affinity for technology, including digital marketing, emerging tech, and AI applications
• Distinct client orientation with ability to bridge client needs and internal delivery
• Exceptional analytical skills and creative problem-solving
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; data visualization tools a plus
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Service-oriented, collaborative team player with passion for digital innovation and value creation
• Fluent in English (C1/C2); German or other regional languages advantageous

• client orientation
• analytical thinking
• creativity in problem solving
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• data visualization tools

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