About Us:
SKJ Capital is a Brisbane-based private equity firm and family office focused on acquiring and growing businesses across various industries. With a strong investment portfolio and a commitment to long-term value creation, we are expanding our M&A capabilities and seeking a driven professional to lead our acquisition strategy.
SKJ Capital boasts a brand-new, bespoke office space, regular team activities and an energetic group of friendly and focused professionals.
The Role:
Reporting to the Chief Operating officer as our M&A Lead, you will take ownership of the entire deal lifecycle—from sourcing, analysing, and negotiating acquisitions to overseeing post-merger integration. This is a hands-on, high-impact role for someone who thrives in deal-making and enjoys working closely with business owners, advisors, and internal stakeholders to drive growth.
Key Responsibilities and Skills:
• Deal Sourcing: Identify and evaluate acquisition opportunities across multiple industries.
• Providing Advice: Strategic advice and insights to senior leadership on business opportunities and market conditions.
• Negotiation & Execution: Lead deal structuring, financial analysis, due diligence, and negotiations.
• Integration & Growth: Work closely with acquired businesses to ensure a smooth transition and maximize long-term value.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with business owners, advisors, brokers, and financiers to maintain a strong deal pipeline.
Requirements:
• 5+ years of experience in M&A, with a strong focus on strategic thinking and leadership.
• Experience in corporate finance, investment banking, or private equity.
• Strong Negotiation and Financial Analysis Skills – Ability to lead deal structuring, due diligence, and financial assessments.
• Commercial and Strategic Mindset – Capability to identify post-acquisition growth opportunities and drive long-term value.
• Ability to work autonomously, take initiative, and deliver results with minimal supervision.
Highly Desirable:
• A qualification in accounting, legal, or finance.
Benefits:
• Flexible working hours including for parents with children, caring for children when they are unwell and attending school functions etc.
• Competitive remuneration
• Daily catered lunch and barista made coffees for office-based workers
• A brand new custom designed office
• Team socials and activities
• Regular training and upskilling
• Salary sacrifice options
• Maternity Leave – 18 weeks Government leave pay topped up to reflect full salary
• Dad & Partner Pay extended to 4 weeks
To be eligible for this role, you will be required to provide the following before commencement of your employment with SKJ Capital:
• Verification of your identity,
• Verification of your right to work in the country of employment,
• Verification of employment references over the previous three years (subject to a minimum of two contacts),
• Verification of highest level of education, and
If you think this role may be suitable to you, please submit a cover letter outlining your experience along with your resume at your earliest convenience. If you have further questions about the role, please email mel.cook@gorillarush.com
No recruitment agencies please.