Corporate Development and Investor Relations Associate

Ascend builds best in class sports technology companies. We work with cutting edge artificial intelligence, digital targeted advertising and big data to help rightsholders reach their full commercial potential. Our portfolio includes innovators such as AIM Sport, Abcoya, Adrenali.ne, Sporttotal Pro, Fan.ai and Spiqe.

The global sports tech market was valued at approximately 21.17 billion dollars in 2024 and is expected to grow to nearly 38.87 billion dollars by 2028. To capture this growth, Ascend is expanding its corporate development and investor relations capabilities.

Placement within the Organisation

This role sits within Ascend’s corporate development and investor relations function. The employment contract will be with one of Ascend’s portfolio companies and based in its Madrid office, offering a dynamic operational base within the portfolio.

About the Role

This position is ideal for someone at the start of their career who wants real responsibility, exposure to senior decision makers and the chance to work in a fast-moving international environment. You will operate at the intersection of strategy, finance and technology, contributing to the evaluation and development of high growth sports tech companies.

The role spans both Corporate Development and Investor Relations, giving you a broad foundation in strategic analysis, M&A and stakeholder communication.

Corporate Development Responsibilities

• Conduct market research across the sports tech landscape and identify key trends.
• Support financial analysis and due diligence for potential investments.
• Assist in evaluating mergers, acquisitions and strategic partnerships.
• Build and maintain financial models for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the coordination and monitoring of ongoing strategic projects.

Investor Relations Responsibilities

What Makes This Role Attractive

What We Are Looking For

Languages

A very high command of English is essential. Knowledge of German or Spanish is an advantage.

Location

On site in Madrid at the office of one of Ascend’s portfolio companies.