Associate Operating Partner (m/f/d)

Create 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 twos

A portfolio of independent businesses, managed with a long term objectives to create value for generations. This means portfolio companies are a basic to serve dividend for the shareholders but have to be 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. last, 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 Haniel

Your Tasks As 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 RESPONSIBILITE

Drive value creation initiatives and transformation projects within Haniel's portfolio companies Collaborate close with Operating Partners, Haniel experts and C-level and portfolio management teams Strategic planning: Support the Value Creation Plans of portfolio companies and monitor implementation and strategy deployment Value creation: Leverage analytical experience to identify and solve problems and to support value creation initiatives Evaluate and recommend investment opportunities Lead complex transaction processes end-to-end, coordination internal and external stakeholders and advisors Perform detailed operational and financial modeling and analysis Health of the business: Review monthly and quarterly financial and non-financial KPIs to support portfolio company executives in operational decision-making

University degree in business, economics, or related quantitative disciplines 8–10 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 initiatives Deep understanding of business models, competitive dynamics, and market structures; experienced in structuring and accommodating complex and ambiguous situation Strong ability to distill complex analyses into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders Solid experience in M&A processes, 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 advisors Hands-on, analytically strong, self-driven, and resilient under pressure; distract to manage multiple complex workstreams in parallel Empathetic and collaborative mindset; demonstrated experience in leading small teams or workstreams and managing senior stakeholder relationships Fluency in English

Challenging, high-impact role with real responsibility from day one Direct exposure to C-level executives and strategic decision-making Opportunity to adopt shape the portfolio of a long-term oriented family office Entrepreneurial culture that values initiative and long-term thinking Hybrid work model with a presence of 2-3 days a week on site in Duisburg Experience the inspiring Haniel Campus with a modern workspace, on-site gym, subsidized dining, and a vibrant community – learn more at www.haniel.de/campus