Head of M&A

Meet Unit4. With over 40 years of heritage, we’re an agile, fast growing, Cloud company that is on a mission to redefine Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) for mid-market people-centric organisations. With our innovative, self-driving, adaptive and intuitive software, our customers can spend more time on meaningful high-value work.

At the heart of what we do lies a simple yet profound purpose: Improve how people work by focusing on what truly matters. — A powerful statement that enables different priorities for different people. We’re shaping how work should feel, and we empower our people by providing them with the right tools to achieve the autonomy they need - it's what makes us unique.

As Head of M&A at Unit4, you will own the full M&A lifecycle—from deal sourcing through integration—with a mandate to drive transformational growth. This role requires both a strategic and operational mindset, deep financial and deal-making expertise, and the ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Ownership

• Develop and continuously refine a multi-year M&A roadmap aligned with our strategy, growth objectives and product strategy.
• Identify and assess potential acquisition targets that complement or accelerate our ERP product suite, vertical market expansion and/or geographic reach in our chosen geographies.

Deal Origination & Relationship Building

• Build and maintain strong relationships with founders, VCs, bankers, advisors, and industry executives to uncover proprietary deal opportunities.
• Proactively manage a deal pipeline with clear prioritisation based on strategic fit and ROI.

Evaluation & Execution

• Lead strategic and financial assessments, including valuation modelling, scenario analysis, and risk profiling.
• Manage and coordinate due diligence processes across legal, people experience, finance, product, engineering, and GTM teams.
• Structure and negotiate term sheets, definitive agreements, and related documents in collaboration with external counsel and internal stakeholders.

Integration & Value Capture

• Partner with functional leaders to define integration strategy, playbooks and success metrics for each acquisition.
• Ensure smooth post-merger integration with accountability for synergy realisation and cultural alignment.
• Track performance and report on deal outcomes to our executive team, investors and board.

Team Leadership & Influence

• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on all M&A-related matters.
• Build and mentor a high-performing M&A and corporate development team as growth continues.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a technical discipline.
• 8–12 years of experience in M&A, corporate development, private equity, or investment banking—preferably within B2B software or ERP ecosystems.
• Strong understanding of ERP products, market dynamics, and competitive landscape.
• Proven track record of successfully closing and integrating complex transactions.
• Advanced financial modelling, valuation, and negotiation skills.
• Executive presence, with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• High bias for action, results-driven mindset, and comfort operating in a fast-paced, performance-oriented culture.

Who we are

Join Unit4 and not only will you be part of one of the most exciting journeys in the Cloud ERP software space, but you can also shape your career, your way.

We are founded on trust, ambition, and wellbeing. These three principles guide us in creating a people-centric environment, which means providing the right tools for our teams to achieve their best work.

We know how you work best is personal, we invest in ownership and flexibility allowing you to create a work-life fusion that suits you.

With us, you can thrive by nurturing your curiosity, we empower you with the autonomy to make an impact and foster a high-performance mindset.

You’ll be surrounded by a team that supports your authentic self and celebrates your uniqueness. We work together; we win together.

This. — This is how work should feel.
 

What we offer

• a culture built on trust and accountability - giving you the freedom and autonomy to be successful and make an impact,
• balance - with our Flexible Leave Paid Time Off policy, remote working opportunities, Global Wellbeing Days, and other great benefits
• growth opportunities - we provide the tools and guidance required so that you can focus on what really matters to you and, ultimately, achieve your best work
• talented colleagues, role models and mentors - work, learn and be inspired by some of the best talent in the software industry,
• a commitment to sustainability - with initiatives such as our Environmental, Social, and Governance strategy and Act4Good program,
• a safe and inclusive working environment – supported by our Employee Resource Groups, which are open to all.

Our commitment to equity

Unit4 is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for everyone - together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages and celebrates the diversity of our employees. We consider all candidates on their ability to do the job required and welcome the unique contributions each individual can bring to Unit4. We know that diversity of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, educational background, national origin, religion, and physical ability brings fresh perspectives, ideas, and solutions to our company. This is the essence of our culture. We also welcome and encourage people who are pregnant and/or parents-to-be to apply. That’s why we make our hiring decisions solely based on skills, qualifications, and our current business needs.