M&A Advisor

Position Summary

Vista Equity Partners seeks an M&A Advisor to support the Foundation Fund's deal team on sourcing M&A opportunities. Foundation Fund is one of the fastest growing software investment funds, with $10 billion AUM and focuses exclusively on investing in growing enterprise software businesses with initial revenue between $30 million and $100 million+. This individual would support sourcing workflows for the Fund across various sectors.

The right candidate will have a passion for business development, a strong understanding of software M&A, be well-versed in sourcing proprietary opportunities through direct outreach.

This full-time role is preferably based in Austin, TX and is for an immediate start.

Responsibilities

• Identify new M&A investment opportunities in B2B software
• Proactively source and build M&A pipelines via: direct outreach to executives and sponsors, attending industry events and conferences, and tracking market trends
• Support the deal team in M&A research around new investment opportunities
• Manage and support strategic M&A opportunities for existing portfolio companies

Qualifications

• BS/BA required
• 2–6 years of relevant professional experience, such as private equity, investment banking, corporate development, or consulting. Software investing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of M&A processes, including sourcing and deal structuring.
• Proven ability to evaluate markets and companies through financial analysis, competitive landscape assessment, and industry research
• Demonstrated track record of success and accountability managing multiple workstreams in a fast-paced deal environment with high attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to engage with senior executives.
• Collaborative and competitive. Strong desire to achieve goals in a team-based environment
• Interest or expertise in B2B software (or technology-related sectors)
• Intellectually curious with high analytical horsepower
• Coachable, resilient, personable, and self-aware

Company Overview

Vista is a global technology investor that specializes in enterprise software. Vista’s private market strategies seek to deliver differentiated returns through a proprietary and systematic approach to value creation developed and refined over the course of 25 years and 650+ transactions. Today, Vista manages a diversified portfolio of software companies that provide mission-critical solutions to millions of customers around the world. As of June 30, 2025, Vista had more than $100 billion in assets under management. Further information is available at vistaequitypartners.com. Follow Vista on LinkedIn, @Vista Equity Partners, and on X, @Vista_Equity.