Manager, Strategy and M&A

Manager, Strategy and M&A Location: Greater Toronto Area (Toronto or Cambridge), Ontario

Reports to: Director, Strategy and M&A, Life Sciences Group

The Manager, Strategy and M&A plays a critical role in shaping the long term growth of the ATS Life Sciences Group, operating at the intersection of enterprise strategy and M&A execution. This role is ideal for an experienced, energetic, data‑driven, agile, and forward‑thinking leader who thrives in high‑stakes environments and has the ability to indirectly lead and manage cross‑functional teams through complex projects and processes, and drive toward outcomes that align the interests of all stakeholders.

This position supports both organic and inorganic growth initiatives, including market and competitive analysis, strategic planning, portfolio strategy, and the full lifecycle of acquisition mandates. Success requires strong stakeholder leadership, structured project management, and the ability to drive outcomes through influence rather than authority.

Benefits:

Compensation: $120,000 to $140,000 CAD per year

Annual Performance-Based Incentive Bonus

5% RRSP match

Stock purchase plan

Competitive vacation

Benefits package (health and dental) + $600 health spending account

Continuous learning and career growth with global mobility opportunities.

A chance to contribute to something bigger – advancing the future of healthcare through automation.

Core Contributions and Growth Opportunities

Unique blend of strategy and M&A: combine front end strategy work with hands on deal execution in a single role, with development opportunities across both areas

Enterprise exposure: working directly with senior Life Sciences leaders, executive leadership, and the Corporate Development team on high visibility initiatives

Growth oriented environment: ATS is an active acquirer with a strong track record of capital deployment, particularly within the Life Sciences industry

Attractive end markets: Life Sciences offers resilient, high growth markets with strong barriers to entry and long term strategic relevance

Broad strategic impact: influence not only acquisitions, but also portfolio strategy, competitive positioning, and long term differentiation across the Group

Key Responsibilities Strategy & Market Leadership

Lead market, competitive, and peer benchmarking analysis to identify strategic growth opportunities and risks

Contribute to the development and evolution of the Life Sciences Group strategic plan

Partner with business leaders to support the strategic planning and deployment process across the Life Sciences Group

Conduct ongoing portfolio level analysis that informs Life Sciences capital allocation and investment priorities

Mergers & Acquisitions

Support the full M&A lifecycle, including opportunity identification, target prioritization, engagement preparation, due diligence, and transaction execution

Coordinate cross functional due diligence teams, bringing structure, rigor, and clarity to complex workstreams

Prepare executive ready analysis, recommendations, and decision materials for senior stakeholders

Work closely with the Corporate Development team to execute transactions collaboratively and effectively

Stakeholder & Project Leadership

Lead group level strategic initiatives, working alongside diverse, cross‑functional teams

Engage regularly with VP and executive level leaders across Life Sciences and corporate functions

Apply disciplined project management fundamentals and process rigor to successfully execute high impact initiatives

Contribute to the development and ongoing improvement of strategy and M&A framework, toolkits, and playbooks leveraged across the Group

Qualifications & Experience Needed

Strong experience in either strategy consulting / strategic planning, or M&A / corporate development / transaction advisory

Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross functional initiatives through indirect influence and structured thinking

Comfortable operating in ambiguity and building clarity where structure does not yet exist

Strong analytical skills paired with clear, executive level communication

Curiosity and motivation to develop across both strategy and M&A

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CFA considered an asset

Minimum 5+ years of experience in strategy consulting, transaction advisory, or an in house strategy / corporate development role

Proven ability to deliver structured analysis and presentations to senior leaders

Strong project management discipline and stakeholder management skills

Ability to thrive in a fast paced, growth oriented environment

If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply.

Additional Information ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary.

The ATS applicant tracking system may utilize AI software with pre‑defined, rule‑based filters to organize and manage application materials. Rule‑based filters operate solely on fixed criteria and do not perform autonomous evaluation or generate independent recommendations. All hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment.

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