Our Talent Platform

Our philosophy is to find and recruit the most talented, experienced operators—executives who are ready to 
embark on a management buy-in journey, with our support. We create business opportunities for entrepreneurs.

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Our MBI Program

We empower skilled business operators to acquire profitable businesses (SMEs) across Europe that are facing succession challenges.

Access to Capital

Backed by €200 million in committed funds, we enable efficient deal execution for operators who meet our high standards.

Focused Support

AIA manages financial and administrative tasks, allowing partners to concentrate on driving business success.

Expert Partnership

With guidance in fundraising, M&A, and more, our MBI program offers an unmatched opportunity for experienced managers ready to acquire a business and become CEO.

Our MBI Program is for People With:

Industry Expertise: 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).

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.

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.

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

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

Balanced Ambition: 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.

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What We're Looking For

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Investment Criteria

  • Owner-operated business facing succession challenges, with the owner seeking a short-term exit.
  • Annual sales between €10 – €40 million, approximately.
  • Consistent history of free cash flow generation of at least 10% of sales.
  • Five-year history of real (after inflation) growth of 5%(+) p.a.
  • Five-year history of consistent sales and earnings, positioned to serve markets with expected real growth of 5%(+) p.a.

Sectors of Interest

  • Consumer products.
  • Healthcare.
  • Industrial goods.
  • Construction and building.
  • Energy, utilities and environment.
  • Business services.
  • Chemicals and materials.
  • Education and human services.
  • Transportation and logistics.

Focus Geographies

  • European Union
  • United Kingdom
  • Switzerland
  • Norway

Funding you can

Rely on for Your MBI

For executives, securing funds is often the hardest part of acquiring a business. Even after identifying a strong target and completing due diligence, deals can collapse due to last-minute funding gaps.

AIA’s successful entrepreneurs provide the capital support you need, so a lack-of-funding won’t stand in the way of a successful management buy-in.

With committed funding from entrepreneurial investors, the capital will be available to make deals happen.

Our Selection Process

Spanning 10 to 15 weeks, the process requires a time commitment of at least 40 hours, including interviews and preparation.

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Candidates begin by submitting a CV, completing a questionnaire, and signing a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) to access detailed program information.

2

Candidates then move through a structured selection process, which includes personalised coaching on their investment thesis, leadership assessments, and technical interviews to evaluate experience and motivations.

3

The final stage is a jury panel presentation, where candidates pitch their thesis and alignment with AIA’s investment strategy.

Ready to Apply for the Program?

If you are interested in joining our management buy-in (MBI) program, or if you have identified a potential acquisition opportunity, we invite you to submit your application using the button below

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