Head of Transactions

About BatonWe are amarketplace for buying and selling small businesses, and act as a trusted seller-side partner to help small business owners navigate the sale process with clarity and certainty, by reconciling financials and business data before listing. Buyers on the platform love the listing quality, the ability to underwrite a deal quickly, and move to negotiations. This enables us to out-perform the market by 10x.We're looking for people who take real pride in their work and are willing to stand up for customers, even when that means asking thoughtful questions or sharing constructive feedback. We value individuals who are curious, collaborative, and open-minded in their approach to data and decision-making, while also being bold enough to think creatively and aim high when opportunities arise.We aim to build and maintain a team that reflects the diversity of the people who use our products. That's why our hiring process takes into account the whole person-their potential, experiences, and unique perspectives-alongside the skills and expertise they bring to the table.Baton is backed by Giant Ventures, Bloomberg Beta, Divergent Capital, WndrCo, Trust Fund and a syndicate of world-class investors.About the RoleBaton is looking for a product-focused Head of Transactions to define and drive the evolution of our M&A platform. In this key leadership role, you will set the transaction product strategy, directly oversee deal execution, and continuously refine our processes in partnership with Operations, Product, and Advisory teams. You'll marry hands-on deal management with a visionary approach to product development, ensuring Baton delivers exceptional outcomes for buyers and sellers in a high-touch, emotionally charged market.We're looking for a leader who thrives on working at the intersection of product, people, and process. You'll spearhead new features, optimize transaction workflows, and mentor a team of M&A Advisors-all while keeping a close eye on deal metrics to inform product improvements. This is a chance to shape the future of Baton's marketplace platform, leading a function where empathy, technology, and analytical rigor converge to bring meaningful results for Main Street and lower-middle market business owners.On a Day-to-Day Basis You WillDefine the Transaction Product Strategy: Own the vision and roadmap for how Baton's M&A platform manages transactions, collaborating with Product and Operations to prioritize the most impactful features and improvements.Guide & Mentor Your Team: Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to M&A Advisors and Operations team members, ensuring success across all deal stages.Manage Deals Hands-On: Roll up your sleeves to work directly on transactions, gaining insights into seller and buyer needs while informing product enhancements with real-world feedback.Refine Workflows & Tools: Partner with Operations and Product to streamline processes, build new tools, and drive efficiency and scalability in the transaction lifecycle.Dig into Complex Operations: Dive into challenging transaction issues, applying product thinking to create better systems and workflows.Measure Performance & Provide Feedback: Establish KPIs, monitor deal metrics, and offer data-driven insights to help the M&A team continually improve.Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with the Product team to enhance platform features that support transactions and with Operations to ensure seamless back-end processes.Scale Our M&A Capabilities: Develop strategies for handling increased deal volume and complexity while maintaining a product-centric approach.Advocate for Users: Serve as the voice of both buyers and sellers, ensuring Baton's platform and services address their needs at every step of the transaction.About YouM&A & Transaction Exposure: You've been deeply involved in multiple M&A or investment deals-whether as a founder handling an exit, a VC overseeing portfolio investments, or a key product leader integrating acquisitions into a larger organization. You're comfortable navigating the entire transaction lifecycle, from strategy to close.Human-Centered Approach: You possess world-class emotional intelligence. You naturally pick up on subtle signals, excel at building trust in delicate situations, and find creative ways to keep all parties aligned and satisfied.Financial & Analytical Rigor: You bring strong financial acumen-capable of dissecting statements, understanding valuations, and identifying deal drivers. You turn these insights into strategies that balance economic outcomes with product and user needs.ProductFounderVC Background: Your experiences-whether as a founder, investor, or product manager-have sharpened your ability to see the big picture while still obsessing over user-centric details. You advocate for continuous product improvement and customer delight.Transaction Process Optimization: You're skilled at streamlining complex workflows. You understand how to design processes that scale, track key metrics, and keep the team focused on high-impact improvements.Product-Driven Perspective: You have hands-on experience shaping or using transaction-focused tools. You leverage user feedback and analytics to prioritize feature development, ensuring our platform continues to evolve with market demands.

Created: 2025-02-20