About the job
Industry
Operations
Work Arrangement
Fully Remote (with necessary overlap during U.S. business hours)
Job Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
40 hours per week with consistent overlap during EST business hours
Locations:
- Fully Remote (LATAM, Philippines, South America)
About Pearl Talent
Pearl Talent connects the top 1% of global talent with leading startups in the US and EU. Our clients have collectively raised over $5 billion and are supported by industry giants such as OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. We aim to partner with the most ambitious and talented candidates, fostering long-term collaborative relationships that can lead to significant career advancements, including opportunities abroad.
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Why Join Us?
At Pearl Talent, we are more than just a recruitment agency—we provide exceptional opportunities to work closely with innovative founders in the US and EU. Our goal is to place you in roles that challenge you, promote growth, and facilitate the development of significant, lasting careers.
About the Company
Our client is a cutting-edge buy-side M&A advisory firm dedicated to serving private equity investors interested in acquiring essential services businesses throughout North America. They employ advanced data analysis, automation, and proprietary research methodologies to efficiently identify high-quality acquisition targets. The firm thrives in a fast-paced, experimental environment that prioritizes speed, analytical rigor, and an automation-first approach to support investment decisions.
Role Overview
The M&A Research & Operations Lead will play a pivotal role in M&A origination by identifying and profiling acquisition targets for private equity clients. This position involves reviewing and refining company lists, conducting structured research, managing CRM data, and preparing prospect information for effective outreach. The ideal candidate will exhibit analytical thinking, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive attitude to meet weekly lead generation goals. Experience in finance, banking, or lead generation, coupled with a solid understanding of private equity and M&A concepts, is essential for success in this autonomous and execution-oriented role.
Your Impact
You will have a direct influence on deal flow by delivering organized, structured, and actionable company data that informs strategic investment decisions. Your research, list management, and database maintenance will enhance outreach quality, optimize decision-making efficiency, and improve pipeline accuracy. By keeping accurate CRM records and monitoring lead generation metrics, you will ensure operational efficiency and support the success of our initiatives.

