Investment banker / M&A advisor

Posted last week

Worldwide

Summary

We are an investment banking firm advising the shareholders of a leading industrial automation company on a strategic sale process. The Information Memorandum (IM), Teaser, Financial Model, and all marketing materials have already been prepared. **No preparation work is required.** We are looking for an experienced professional with a strong network of **strategic acquirers** in the industrial automation, industrial technology, engineering, electrical systems, process control, and automation sectors. This engagement is **100% success fee-based**. We are seeking someone who can identify, approach, and generate discussions with qualified strategic buyers globally. ## Company Overview Project Atlas is a leading industrial automation and system integration platform with more than three decades of operating history. The company has established a strong reputation for delivering complex automation and control solutions across the oil & gas, utilities, fertilizers, sugar, maritime, and broader industrial sectors, supported by long-standing partnerships with leading global OEMs. ### Key Investment Highlights * Over 30 years of operating history with more than 500 successfully completed projects. * Proven execution across 15+ countries spanning the GCC, Africa, and South Asia. * Approximately 77% of revenues generated in foreign currencies, creating a natural FX hedge and competitive cost advantage. * Strong financial performance, achieving approximately 59% revenue CAGR between 2021 and 2025 while maintaining c.28% EBITDA margins. * Well positioned to benefit from increasing regional demand for industrial automation, digitalization, and control systems. The shareholders are open to either a **majority sale or a full exit** to the right strategic partner. ## Ideal Buyer Profile We are specifically seeking strategic buyers that are looking to strengthen their: * Industrial Automation * Process Control * Instrumentation * SCADA * DCS * PLC Integration * Industrial Digitalization * Electrical & Control Systems * EPC Automation Capabilities * Engineering Services Platform Potential buyers may include: * Global industrial automation companies * Industrial technology groups * Engineering and EPC companies * Electrical equipment manufacturers * Industrial software providers * Process automation specialists * Regional industrial conglomerates * Strategic holding companies expanding across the MENA region ## Scope of Work * Identify relevant strategic buyers globally. * Introduce the opportunity to qualified decision-makers (Corporate Development, M&A, CEO, or Strategy teams). * Facilitate introductions and management discussions. * Coordinate with our investment banking team throughout the process. Our team will handle: * NDA process * Information Memorandum * Financial Model * Teaser * Q&A * Valuation discussions * Due diligence * Negotiations * Transaction execution Your primary responsibility is sourcing and engaging qualified strategic buyers. ## Compensation This engagement is **success fee only**. Compensation will be paid upon the successful completion of a transaction with a buyer introduced by you. ## Ideal Candidate * Previous experience in M&A or Corporate Development. * Existing relationships with industrial automation companies and strategic acquirers. * Experience introducing acquisition opportunities to strategic buyers. * Strong understanding of cross-border industrial transactions is preferred. When applying, please briefly describe: * Your experience sourcing strategic acquirers. * Relevant industrial sectors you cover. * Examples of strategic buyers or industries where you have established relationships.

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  • 3-6 months
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Member since Jul 13, 2026
  • Egypt
    7:15 PM
  • Engineering & Architecture
    Mid-sized company (10-99 people)

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