Tech Due Diligence Consultant in SaaS and Technology Environment

Project overview

A renowned consulting firm specializing in transaction business is seeking an experienced freelance expert to support a Commercial Due Diligence in the software, IT & telecommunications sector – with a special focus on SaaS business models.

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• Start: ASAP
• Duration: 6–8 weeks
• Remote/On-Site: Hybrid
• Utilization: 100%
• Execution and support of a Technical Due Diligence in the software, IT & telecommunications sector
• Analysis of market position, competitive environment, and growth potential of the target company
• Evaluation of customer base, sales strategies, and revenue drivers with a special focus on SaaS metrics (ARR, MRR, Churn, NRR, CAC/LTV)
• Examination of business model, pricing strategy, and product portfolio for scalability and sustainability
• Creation of a structured red flag report and a management summary for investors and decision-makers
• Conducting expert interviews with market participants, customers, and competitors
• Derivation of recommendations for action and assessment of strategic risks and opportunities
• Must-have: Proven experience in conducting Technical Due Diligences, ideally on behalf of strategy consultancies or PE firms
• Must-have: Deep industry knowledge in software/SaaS, IT services, and telecommunications
• Must-have: Sound expertise in the SaaS environment – understanding of SaaS business models, subscription economics, and relevant KPIs (ARR, Churn Rate, NRR, CAC/LTV Ratio)
• Must-have: Experience in analyzing B2B business models, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes
• Confident use of common frameworks (e.g., Porter's Five Forces, TAM/SAM/SOM, Competitive Benchmarking)
• Experience in creating investor-ready reports and presentations at a senior level
• Desirable: Knowledge in evaluating technology platforms and digital business models (e.g., platform economy, marketplace models, vertical SaaS)
• Desirable: Network of industry experts and market participants in the tech/telco/SaaS environment
• Strong analytical skills and a structured, results-oriented approach

Project details

• Start: flexible
• Location: DE
• Languages: German

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