J|P stands for a focused approach to M&A conversations in the mid-market — research-driven, confidential and consistently aligned with strategic fit.
We combine structured research, discreet owner outreach and data-driven deal origination to turn market intelligence into meaningful conversation opportunities.
Our approach combines sell-side understanding, buy-side sourcing and market intelligence. Entrepreneurs receive guidance on succession, sale, partial sale or capital partnerships; investors gain targeted conversation opportunities aligned with their investment thesis.
Preparation of succession, participation and sale situations
Development of a clear equity story for initial confidential conversations
Definition of suitable buyer profiles based on strategy, financing capability and cultural fit
Discreet outreach to selected investors or strategic acquirers
Structured handover into the further process once interest and substance are sufficiently validated
Off-market research based on clear investment and growth theses
Identification of owner-managed companies in the DACH mid-market
Pre-qualification of timing, fit and general willingness to engage
Prioritized shortlists instead of generic longlists
Bilateral origination for private equity, family offices and strategic acquirers
Systematic mapping of relevant target markets and ownership structures
Analysis of sector trends, consolidation dynamics and deal signals
Focus on selected growth areas such as IT services, software, SAP, HR tech and GRC
Matching target companies with investor logic, search profiles and strategic fit
Preparation of market intelligence as a basis for well-founded next steps
Target Groups & Value
Confidential Structure
Only once timing, fit and interest are sufficiently validated are next steps and potential handovers prepared in a structured way
Sector Intelligence
Sector trends, buyer logic, valuation arguments and deal signals are condensed and translated into clear, actionable insights.
For Entrepreneurs
Succession, sale, partial sale or capital partner options can be assessed without alerting employees, customers or competitors at an early stage.
DACH Mid-Market
The focus is on owner-managed companies, clear ownership structures and specific strategic conversation opportunities.
For Investors
Private equity firms, family offices and strategic acquirers receive conversation opportunities aligned with specific investment and growth theses.
Off Market Access
Relevant companies are often approached at a stage when no structured sale process is yet visible.
Thesis & Market Mapping
Capture target markets, ownership structures and relevant buyer groups
Assess sector trends, consolidation dynamics and investment logic
Translate search profiles into concrete target segments and priorities
Discreet Qualification
Prepare conversation opportunities carefully and confidentially
Validate interest, timing, strategic fit and next steps
Consistently protect names, data and process status
Matching & Handover
Prioritize suitable counterparties and bring them together in a structured way
Prepare next steps only after validated interest and a clear conversation logic
If required, ensure an orderly handover to existing legal, tax, M&A or deal teams
Stakeholder management
Clear communication with shareholders, investors, and decision-makers
Coordination of internal teams and external consultants
Support in negotiations and communication
Risiko-Management
Erfolgskontrolle
If succession, sale, acquisition or deal origination is relevant to you, we will jointly assess whether and how an initial discreet access route can be established.
Staffing Services
Consulting
