AsaChiefExecutiveOfficer(OperatingPartner)inAllInterestsAligned's(AIA)ManagementBuy-In (MBI) Program, you will lead the acquisition and management of a high-potential, family-owned SME facing a succession challenge. Unlike a traditional job, this is a unique career path, offering you the opportunity to become a CEO-owner of a business, with the backing of investors who are successful entrepreneurs themselves.

WorkingcloselywithAIA,you’llexperienceafully-supportedjourneyacrossallstagesoftheMBIprocess:

- Origination:IdentifyandassesspotentialacquisitiontargetswithAIA’sfinancialandstrategicsupport.Duringthisphase,youwillbe compensated, ensuring financial stability while you focus on building your acquisition pipeline.

- DealClosing:PartnerwithAIA’sinvestmentprofessionalswholeadduediligence,valuation,anddealstructuring to secure the acquisition.

- Transition:TakeontheCEOrole,withastructuredtransitionplanthatincludesleadershiphandoverand relationship-building with key stakeholders.

- Operation:Leadthecompany’soperations,supportedbyAIA’steamingovernance,reporting,andcompliancetocreateandexecuteavalue-drivengrowthplan.

- Exit:PrepareandexecuteanexitstrategyinpartnershipwithAIA,maximizingreturnsandensuringasustainable future for the business.

Industries&InvestmentCriteria;

AIA’sinvestmentfocusisoncash-flowpositive,owner-operatedSMEsacrossindustriessuchas:

- Consumer products

- Industrial goods

- Healthcare

- Construction & building

- Energy, utilities & environment

- Business services

- Chemicals & materials

- Education & human services

- Transportation & logistics

Idealacquisitiontargetsmeetthefollowingcriteria:

- Enterprisesalesofbetween€10-€40million

- Consistenthistoryofgeneratingfreecashflow(minimum10%ofsales)





- Establishedorstablegrowth,withastrongcompetitivepositioninunderservedmarkets

TheseinvestmentstandardsensurethateachacquisitionalignswithAIA’smissiontosolvetheSMEsuccessioncrisis in Europe.

SelectionProcess

AdmissiontotheAIAMBIProgramisrigorous,ensuringastrongfitbetweenfutureCEOsandAIA’smission.The multi-stage process includes leadership assessments, in-depth interviews, business case, development of an investment thesis and a final presentation to a panel of AIA leaders and external experts.

The selection process typically spans 15-17 weeks, requiring 35-40 hours of preparation.

- Experience: A minimum of 5-years in a general management role with direct accountability for both sales and profitability, including at least 10-15 years of post-undergraduate professional experience.

- IndustryExpertise:A proven track record of success and deep domain knowledge in a sector that aligns with AIA’s investment thesis and strategic priorities, across various business types (corporates and SMEs).

- EntrepreneurialMindset:Demonstrate resilience, resourcefulness and the ability to navigate and overcome significant business challenges to achieve strong outcomes.

- EmotionalReadiness:Prepared to take on a leadership role, with clarity of purpose, a strong vision for growth, and a commitment to making a lasting impact.

- BalancedAmbition:A combination of humility and strong personal drive, anchored by a clear understanding of how partnering with AIA can accelerate both individual and business success through purposeful collaboration.

- Local Anchorage: Strong regional insight with fluency in local language and business culture, supported by a deep understanding of the economy and a well-established network in the chosen geography.

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📌 Ceo - mbi program - operating partner (Milano)
🏢 All Interests Aligned
📍 Milano