Associate, Corporate Development

Mercer International Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global producer of forest products is seeking an Associate in Vancouver to support corporate development through market research and strategic initiatives. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, along with a Bachelor's degree in Business or Finance. The position offers a competitive salary between $65,000 and $75,000 and a comprehensive benefits package, including RRSP contributions.

Benefits

Incentive bonus based on performance

Health and dental benefits

RRSP contribution plan

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with experience in financial modelling.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in in-depth market research to identify trends and opportunities.
• Analyse industry landscapes and competitor profiles.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Problem-solving mindset

Financial modelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Who we are. At Mercer International Inc., our vision of transforming biomass into bioproducts for a more sustainable world is being realized every day. We are a diversified global producer of forest products, bioproducts, and green electricity with operations in Canada, Germany, and the United States. We have a consolidated annual production capacity of approximately 2.1 million tonnes of kraft pulp, 960 million board feet of softwood lumber, and 255 thousand metres cubed of mass timber.

What we believe. We believe that a culture of diversity and inclusion is critical in making the best decisions for our people and achieving sustainable business success. Together, we encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our employees. We strive to provide an inclusive culture by fostering an environment of mutual respect, fairness, and by providing opportunities to contribute and grow.

Position Description

Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Development, the Associate will play a key role in supporting the corporate development team in identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic initiatives that align with the company's overall objectives. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to drive business development efforts, mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, and other strategic projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Associates and the Manager, Corporate Development in in-depth market research to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks.
• Analyse industry landscapes and competitor profiles to inform strategic decision-making.
• Assist in the development of financial models to evaluate the fi nancial feasibility and potential returns of strategic initiatives.
• Analyse and interpret financial statements to assess the financial health of target companies.
• Support due diligence efforts for potential mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess legal, financial, and operational aspects of potential transactions.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for senior management, summarising findings and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of corporate development activities.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to gather information and ensure alignment on strategic initiatives.
• Participate in meetings, presentations, and negotiations as required.
• Assist in project management activities related to corporate development initiatives.
• Coordinate tasks, timelines, and deliverables with various teams to ensure smooth execution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with experience in financial modelling.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented, with a proactive and problem-solving mindset.
• Knowledge of mergers and acquisitions processes is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Report writing and presentation skills.

Salary and Benefits

• The base salary for this position is $65,000 - $75,000. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
• Incentive bonus based on individual and company performance.
• Our group benefits package, which has no waiting period, includes extended health and dental benefits, in addition to a Health Care Spending Account.
• RRSP - We provide a competitive RRSP contribution plan, with base contributions made by Mercer which can be supplemented with personal contributions matched by the company up to a certain %.

The process will remain open until we find the right candidate to join our team. We thank all applicants for considering a career with us, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.