Senior Strategic M&A Advisor - Enterprise Software/AI

Overview: We are seeking an experienced independent M&A advisor to work directly with the founder and CEO on a confidential strategic sale process for enterprise software company. This is not a traditional investment banking engagement. We are looking for a senior advisor with deep technology M&A experience who can help position the company, identify strategic acquirers, facilitate introductions, advise on negotiations, and help maximize transaction value. The advisor will work directly with the CEO and external legal counsel. Company Overview The company develops enterprise software focused on AI-driven workflow automation, business process automation, knowledge management, and agentic AI solutions serving enterprise customers across telecommunications, retail, manufacturing, and other industries. Responsibilities -Develop overall M&A strategy and transaction roadmap -Refine positioning and acquisition narrative -Identify and prioritize strategic and financial buyers -Build confidential buyer outreach strategy -Make introductions to corporate development executives and decision makers -Advise on teaser, executive summary, and management presentation -Participate in selected buyer meetings -Help evaluate indications of interest and Letters of Intent -Advise on valuation and deal structure -Coordinate with legal, accounting, and tax advisors throughout diligence -Help create competitive tension among qualified buyers Ideal Background -Former Managing Director or Director at a recognized investment bank OR former Head of Corporate -Development or VP of M&A at a technology company 15+ years leading enterprise software or SaaS transactions -Extensive network of corporate development leaders -Experience selling founder-led technology companies -Strong understanding of AI, workflow automation, enterprise software, or digital transformation markets -Experience with transactions involving strategic buyers such as enterprise software vendors, industrial technology companies, systems integrators, or private equity-backed platforms is highly desirable.