Head of M&A

BITKRAFT Ventures
Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Denver, Chicago, London, Lisbon, Madrid, Berlin, Cape Town, Singapore, Pune

BITKRAFT Ventures is a global leader in early-stage investments at the intersection of gaming, Web3, and immersive technologies. With over $1B in assets under management and 130+ portfolio companies, we empower visionary founders to shape the future of interactive entertainment and digital economies.

We are a diverse, distributed team united by a shared mission: to identify and support innovative startups that will define the future of virtual worlds, economies, and experiences. At BITKRAFT, we focus on early-stage investments that fuel the convergence of physical and digital realities, a concept we call Synthetic Reality.

We are excited to meet candidates who are passionate about shaping the future of gaming and immersive technologies and are eager to join our dynamic, fast-growing team.

We’re seeking a Head of M&A to join our firm. You will be responsible for supporting our portfolio companies in evaluating their exit strategies including, but not limited to, M&A and IPO, as well as preparing and coaching them throughout the M&A lifecycle. You will also refer our portfolio company to select transaction advisors in our network. The right candidate will be a strong source of support for our portfolio companies in negotiations, assisting them to achieve favorable terms and maximize value for their shareholders. 

• Prepare companies for exit, both the process and what they need to have in place in their own businesses before starting a process 
• Keep companies up to speed on current market conditions as well as provide an outlook on how the markets are expected to go, as it relates to potential exit considerations.
• Track portfolio company progress and proactively identify and approach those portfolio companies which are on their path to exit through M&A or IPO and provide support to manage the exit process. 
• Build strong rapport with relevant buyers and listing places.
• Provide deep understanding of what buyers in our industry are looking for, M&A market dynamics & best practices to inform our founders and BITKRAFT partners
• Develop and deploy a robust acquisition pipeline process, leveraging our network of M&A advisors. 
• Communicate regulatory, financial information and complex strategic issues in a clear, concise and relevant manner to assist and guide decision-makers. 
• Collaborate closely with portfolio companies to understand their growth objectives, market positioning, and strategic priorities.
• Evaluate financial statements & results, budgets, and forecasts in order to recommend appropriate strategic and other financing solutions to portfolio companies. 
• Establish and maintain relationships with potential partners and founders. Negotiate M&A deals and manage due diligence and post-acquisition integration.
• Develop and implement processes and procedures to ensure M&A compliance. 
• Prepare reports and presentations for leadership on M&A initiatives. 

• Ambition and grit
• Love for the deal: You just love the art of the deal and thrive throughout the entire deal process.
• Passion for and great understanding of startups and venture capital—a foundation in startups is helpful to build credibility in working with founders
• Deep knowledge of and passion for the games and interactive entertainment sectors (including working experience in the industry)
• Strong understanding of M&A principles, financial analysis, valuation methodologies, and transaction structuring.
• Extensive transaction experience, including documented history of achieving favorable deal terms, maximizing valuation, and mitigating risks through effective negotiation and deal structuring strategies.
• Established network with founders and investors in the venture capital ecosystem and in particular in gaming and entertainment
• Candid and clear communication, with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Strategic mindset with strong quantitative and analytical thinking as well as  great attention to detail: analytical, fact-driven yet pragmatic working style
• Demonstrated willingness to go the extra mile for new opportunities, portfolio companies, and other projects to score a big win for BITKRAFT
• Proven ability to lead and drive multiple projects at once, while adding creative ideas
• Dedication to our existing portfolio of companies and desire to proactively provide support for them
• Strong deal and commercial judgment, financial modeling, and research skills
• Team-oriented attitude and familiarity and passion for working in distributed teams and in remote working environments

• Language Skills: Excellent English, both spoken and written
• Location: Major city in the Western Hemisphere
• The position will require travel

At BITKRAFT, we foster a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture where innovation thrives. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside passionate individuals who are driving the next wave of disruption in gaming, Web3, and immersive technologies. You will have the chance to make a significant impact on emerging companies while developing your career in the fast-growing field of venture capital.

We offer competitive compensation and opportunities for personal and professional growth in a dynamic and supportive work environment.