Communications Specialist

Are you a junior/mid-level professional with a passion for public relations and communications? Do you have experience in private equity or firm industries, such as consulting or law firms? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Join Main Capital Partners – Where Your Ambition Meets Purpose

At Main Capital Partners, we believe in the power of smart, driven individuals to shape the future of software. With over €6.5 billion in assets under management, we are a strategic investor focused on innovative software companies across the Benelux, DACH, Nordics, France and the US. Our mission is to support sustainable growth in the software sector, one of the most dynamic and impactful industries today.

We’re proud of our strong track record and our reputation as one of Europe’s most distinctive and high-performing investors. With a portfolio of 50+ companies and over 100 add-on acquisitions, we’re growing fast—and so is our team of 90+ professionals across offices in The Hague, Antwerp, Düsseldorf, Stockholm, Paris, and our affiliated office in Boston.

Your opportunity: Communications Specialist

The current Marketing & Communications team consists of 2 colleagues (1 with key expertise in digital marketing & event management, 1 with primary focus on branding & content creation), who report into the COO of Main Capital (Bram Kaashoek). To further support our growth and further internationalization, we are expanding that team with a Communications Specialist. In this role, you will play a key role in shaping our PR & communication efforts. You will support Partners and senior management in Corporate Communications and Public Relations (i.e. coordination of press releases with internal and external stakeholders, supporting Senior Partners in scheduling interviews and interacting with media). In this role you contribute to Main’s visibility in the (foreign) press, the way in which we disseminate thought leadership and industry knowledge, and structure the activities of Marketing & Communications. Collaboration with the CEO (Charly Zwemstra), international deal teams, Main’s partner team and Investor Relations is essential to properly convey Main’s (deal) activities through various channels to our core target groups: investors and software companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Partners and Seniors in their media relations, ensuring an up-to-date communications calendar, monitoring results against KPIs, and driving projects to enhance and streamline communications and public relations.
• Craft compelling press releases, articles, and other content that resonate with our target audience.
• Coordinate internal and external communication-related contributions, in collaboration with external agencies/suppliers and internal teams.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging across all channels.
• Enable the internal organization to manage media relations and build strong relationships with journalists and other media.
• Monitor industry trends and provide insights to inform our communication strategies.
• Together with the team, further develop Main’s marketing & communications strategy.

Why you’ll be a great fit

• 2-4 years of proven experience in communications, preferably within the equity or firm industries.
• Strong writing and editing skills with an eye for detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, balancing dedication and hard work with a positive attitude and a hands-on approach.
• Ability to think strategically and creatively, with an excellent command of Dutch as well as English (both spoken and written), French or German are considered a bonus.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial, and results-driven mindset.

Why Join Us?

“Our Communications specialist – together with our marketing and branding specialists – enables Main Capital’s thought leadership and market positioning as one of the most active, focused and hands-on software investors worldwide. By crafting clear messages for key media across our Regions (Benelux, DACH, Nordics, Frans, US), you shape public perception, and ensure consistent, impactful communication across all channels, building trust and industry credibility”
Bram Kaashoek, Partner & Chief Operations Officer

• Industry Leadership. An inspiring workplace culture, alongside a vibrant and ambitious team
• Hands-on. The job comes with significant responsibilities, and you will work on high-impact projects
• Inclusive, diverse, and down-to-earth. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that values inclusivity and diversity, where every voice is heard
• Rewards and benefits. Next to a competitive salary package, you will enjoy enticing perks such as daily catered lunches, a generous fitness plan and many social events and activities
• Global collaboration. Engage, organize and participate cross-border in internal and external activities, communication and events

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of our brand.

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