Investment Manager
Louvain-la-Neuve, BE
Mission
The Investment Manager plays a key role in supporting the company’s growth strategy through mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures and investments in innovative start ups. Acting as a core member of the Corporate Finance & Investments team, the role covers the end to end execution of transactions, from opportunity screening and due diligence to deal structuring, execution and post investment monitoring, in close collaboration with business units, management and external advisors.
Challenges we trust you with
• Identify and analyze potential M&A, joint venture and investment opportunities, in line with IBA’s strategic priorities
• Lead and coordinate financial, strategic and commercial due diligence processes, including interactions with internal stakeholders and external advisors (financial, tax, legal)
• Prepare and review valuation analyses and financial models (DCF, comparables, scenarios, sensitivity analyses)
• Prepare high quality investment memos, management presentations and decision documents for internal investment committee and board of directors
• Contribute to and, where appropriate, lead deal structuring (transaction structure, investment terms, governance, shareholder agreement)
• Support negotiations, transaction documentation and closing processes in coordination with Legal and external counsel
• Monitor and manage the post transaction follow up, including performance and value creation tracking and governance participation
• Contribute to the proactive management of IBA’s portfolio (incl. reinvestment and exit opportunities)
• Maintain an active ecosystem watch on relevant markets and technologies
• Care for continuous improvement of internal investment processes, tools and methodologies
What we value
You have:
• Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering with strong financial background, or equivalent
• 5-8 years of relevant professional experience in investment banking, transaction services, private equity / venture capital, corporate development or strategic finance
• Solid experience across the full transaction lifecycle, including due diligence, valuation and deal execution
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills; ability to translate analyses into clear, decision‑oriented insights
• Good understanding of M&A, joint venture and minority investment structures, including governance and shareholder arrangements
• Exposure to technology‑driven or industrial environments (e.g. medtech, deep‑tech, engineering‑intensive sectors) is a strong asset
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact confidently with senior stakeholders
• Fluency in English and French; any other language being a strong plus
• Pro‑active, structured and hands‑on mindset, with a solid sense of ownership and teamwork
Life at IBA
At IBA, we value creativity, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. As a certified B Corporation (B Corp), we uphold the highest standards of social and environmental performance. If you’re ready to embark on a journey where your skills and ideas can truly make an impact, apply now to join our dedicated team. Let’s shape the future of technology together!
Apply today and be part of a mission that matters!