M&A Deal Origination Associate

M&A DEAL ORIGINATION Associate Job Title: M&A Deal Origination Associate Location: Remote (Must Reside in Florida) Reports To: Managing Director and/or Director of Research Type: Full-Time About BowPoint BowPoint is a high-growth mergers and acquisitions (M&A) origination firm that partners with private equity and strategic buyers to accelerate buy-and-build strategies across multiple industries. We were recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America (No. 570) and named a Top 50 Workplace and Best M&A Provider by Small Business Monthly. We are a team of ambitious, results-driven professionals dedicated to identifying, connecting with, and sourcing quality acquisition opportunities that fuel the growth of our clients’ businesses. Position Summary As a Deal Origination Associate, you will play a key role in directly contacting acquisition targets/companies for our private equity clients. This is a fast-paced, performance-driven position requiring exceptional communication, persistence, and organization. You’ll be on the front lines of the M&A process — reaching out directly to business owners, understanding their motivations, and setting the stage for successful transactions. Key Responsibilities • Conduct 100+ outbound calls per day to business owners, founders, and executives to discuss acquisition opportunities. • Qualify leads, set appointments, and manage the handoff process. • Maintain accurate and detailed records of activity and pipeline metrics within our CRM system (Salesforce). • Collaborate closely with team members to track performance, report results, and meet aggressive weekly and monthly KPIs. • Contribute to the continuous improvement of BowPoint’s sourcing systems and processes. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered. • Exceptional work ethic, self-discipline, and an ability to continuously learn in a fast-paced environment. • Strong communication skills and confident phone presence — not afraid of cold calling. • 1–3 years of experience in sales, business development, or financial services is preferred. • Strong desire to learn about a variety of industries • Desire to grow within a high-performance, competitive team environment. Please apply only if you currently reside in the Greater Tampa Area, Florida. Applications from out-of-area candidates will not be reviewed. Apply tot his job