Our portfolio is seeking a Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Analyst to work closely with senior management in continuing the company’s successful M&A activity.
Reporting initially to the Director of M&A, this position will play a key role in identifying, evaluating, and closing acquisition opportunities.
The ideal candidate is inherently curious, has mature interpersonal skills and has meticulous attention-to-detail.
Drive, resourcefulness, and an ability to thrive in ambiguity will be crucial for this role.
An understanding and appreciation of serial acquirors is an asset.
This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to learn and gain M&A experience or is playing a critical role in a hierarchical M&A organization but wants the opportunity to lead acquisition processes from start to finish.
What your impact will be :
M&A Execution (80% of the role)
- After learning our business model and processes, you will lead acquisition transactions from initial evaluation through to integration handoff
- You will be expected to thoroughly qualify acquisition targets, assessing their moats and competitive advantages
- You will be responsible for financial modeling, due diligence (including project managing our functional and business unit teams), negotiation, investment approval and post-close monitoring for multiple M&A transactions per year
- Preparing business summaries, investment memos, commentary, and responding to detailed Q&A from our internal stakeholders
M&A Business Development (20% of the role)
Directly solicit and engage companies for acquisition : identify, research, and cold call target companiesWork with our multiple M&A business development specialists to ensure acquisition opportunities are being effectively nurtured and appropriately escalated.Maintain relationships with our existing network of acquisition targets and intermediaries through telephone calls and emailsOther
Internal reporting on pre-close acquisition activity and pipeline, post-close acquisition performanceSome travel required (10%)What we are looking for :
1-5 years of direct experience in a similar role, corporate finance, investment analysis or M&A activity; new graduates should also consider applyingSelf-started with exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication skillsUndergraduate degree in business or finance, or a Master of Business Administration (MBA)Advanced knowledge of Microsoft ExcelA value-investing mindsetWhat will make you stand out :
A thorough understanding of Constellation Software's history and acquisition strategySound business judgement in evaluating business qualityHumility, curiosity, and passionWhat we offer :
3 weeks' vacation and 5 personal daysComprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage from your first day of employmentEmployee stock ownership and 401k / RRSP matching programsLifestyle rewardsFlexible work options