Associate Operating Partner

AufgabenCreate sustainable value with us.Franz Haniel & Cie. GmbH is a 100 percent family-owned company, headquartered in Duisburg since its foundation in 1756. It manages a portfolio of independent businesses with the goal to create value over the long term, for generations.Haniel is going through major changes, with a newly defined long term strategy based on two pillars- A portfolio of independent businesses, managed with a long term objectives to create value for generations. This means portfolio companies are a basis to serve dividend for the shareholders but have to be actively managed in order to generate long term returns. Short term, the portfolio will need some arbitrage and clarifications, before a new active investment strategy will be determined to manage and expand this portfolio. Currently, the Haniel portfolio comprises ten portfolio companies: BauWatch, BekaertDeslee, CWS Clean Room, CWS Fire Safety, CWS Hygiene, CWS WorkWear, EMMA, Kinderzimmer, ROVEMA and TAKKT. Additionally, Haniel is one of the anchor shareholders of CECONOMY.- A diversified investment arm, under constitution. This newly created investment vehicle will be based on the historical Growth+ portfolio, a diversified portfolio of minority stakes in start ups as well as some investments in funds. Longer term, the objective is to have an equivalent share of the assets value between the two legs of HanielYour TasksAs an Associate Operating Partner, you are responsible for managing the entire investment life cycle process — from sourcing to closing. A core part of the role is active portfolio management: developing and implementing value creation strategies in the areas of growth acceleration, performance improvement, cashflow measures and inorganic growth, in close collaboration with the management teams of the portfolio companies. In addition to the ongoing development of Haniel's direct investments, you will execute complex M&A transactions.KEY RESPONSIBILITESDrive value creation initiatives and transformation projects within Haniel's portfolio companiesCollaborate closely with Operating Partners, Haniel experts and C-level and portfolio management teamsStrategic planning: Support the Value Creation Plans of portfolio companies and monitor implementation and strategy deploymentValue creation: Leverage analytical experience to identify and solve problems and to support value creation initiativesEvaluate and recommend investment opportunitiesLead complex transaction processes end-to-end, coordinating internal and external stakeholders and advisorsPerform detailed operational and financial modeling and valuation analysesHealth of the business: Review monthly and quarterly financial and non-financial KPIs to support portfolio company executives in operational decision-makingProfilUniversity degree in business, economics, or related quantitative disciplines8–10 years of relevant professional experience in strategy consulting, private equity, family equity, or comparable roles (e.g., Corporate M&A, Corporate Development)Proven track record in developing and implementing business strategies, including strategy design, growth acceleration, operational and financial performance improvement, and inorganic growth / buy-and-build initiativesDeep understanding of business models, competitive dynamics, and market structures; experienced in structuring and analyzing complex and ambiguous situationsStrong ability to distill complex analyses into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholdersSolid experience in M&A processes, valuation, financial modelling, and commercial/financial due diligence (ideally with end-to-end ownership of workstreams)Excellent written and verbal communication skills; confident in preparing decision-grade materials and engaging with top management and external advisorsHands-on, analytically strong, self-driven, and resilient under pressure; able to manage multiple complex workstreams in parallelEmpathetic and collaborative mindset; demonstrated experience in leading small teams or workstreams and managing senior stakeholder relationshipsFluency in German and EnglishWir bietenChallenging, high-impact role with real responsibility from day oneDirect exposure to C-level executives and strategic decision-makingOpportunity to actively shape the portfolio of a long-term-oriented family officeEntrepreneurial culture that values initiative and long-term thinkingHybrid work model with a presence of 2-3 days a week on site in DuisburgExperience the inspiring Haniel Campus with a modern workspace, on-site gym, subsidized dining, and a vibrant community – learn more at www.haniel.de/campusJBTE_DE