Associate Director, M&A

Jonas Software; Toronto; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jonas Software's CORA M&A unit in Toronto seeks an Associate Director of M&A to lead the execution of acquisition transactions across multiple industries. You will engage with targets' shareholders, executives and advisors, and develop valuation models to support offers.

You will perform rigorous due diligence with cross-functional teams, prepare investment memorandums, and play a key role in post‑closing integration and performance tracking, under the guidance of senior leaders within CORA M&A.

Responsibilities

• Engaging with acquisition targets’ shareholders, executives and financial advisors
• Evaluating the quality of prospective vertical-market software acquisitions
• Organizing, analyzing and presenting preliminary information received from potential acquisition targets
• Building valuation models to determine the price and structure of potential offers
• Conducting financial and operational due diligence, with varying levels of involvement across due diligence activities of cross-functional teams, including specialists in human resources, research and development, tax and legal departments
• Preparing investment memorandums, discussing the investment rationale and strategy for the business post-closing, and
• Assist in the integration of newly acquired businesses and the tracking of post-closing performance.

Job description

Job Description:

Compensation & Role Details:
Expected Salary Range: The expected base salary range for this role is between $130,000 – $150,000 CAD , depending on experience and qualifications
Role Type: New Role
AI Disclosure: AI may be used during the hiring process.

About CORA Group/ Jonas Software

CORA Group (Collective Organization Redefining Advancement) operates as a portfolio within Jonas Software, positioned within North America to the Collection & Recovery, Food Service, Construction, Wine/Retail, Moving & Storage, Loyalty, Legal, and Long-Term Care Pharmacy industries. Adding to its 1000 employees, CORA is continuously expanding through acquisitions. CORA was formally launched in 2022 in order to better position themselves with an emphasis on employee culture while accelerating growth through acquisition and investing in the long-term.

Jonas Software is the leading provider of enterprise management software solutions. Within these vertical markets, Jonas is made up of over 130 distinct brands, which are respected and leaders within their own domain. Jonas’ vision is to be the global leader across the vertical markets and to be recognized by customers and respective industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of ‘Software for Life’ and as an ambassador for technology, product innovation, quality, and customer service.

Together, we are the valued technology partner of over 60,000 customers worldwide in more than 30 countries. Jonas is headquartered in Canada and also operates offices throughout North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia New Zealand and Africa. Jonas is a 100% owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., headquartered in Toronto and traded on the S&P/TSX 60.

Associate Director M&A

• Managing the execution of M&A transactions, including takeovers, acquisitions, divestitures and other related activities.
• Reviewing and preparing financial and valuation models in relation to potential transactions.
• Drafting and providing input to relevant transaction documents.
• Taking responsibility for key internal M&A processes.
• Taking a significant role in the training and development of junior team members
• As a key team member, you can add value through the entire M&A cycle, working with a driven, high-energy M&A team and senior leaders within our organization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Engaging with acquisition targets’ shareholders, executives and financial advisors
• Evaluating the quality of prospective vertical-market software acquisitions
• Organizing, analyzing and presenting preliminary information received from potential acquisition targets
• Building valuation models to determine the price and structure of potential offers
• Conducting financial and operational due diligence, with varying levels of involvement across due diligence activities of cross-functional teams, including specialists in human resources, research and development, tax and legal departments
• Preparing investment memorandums, discussing the investment rationale and strategy for the business post-closing, and
• Assist in the integration of newly acquired businesses and the tracking of post-closing performance.

Business Unit:

CORA M&A

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Number of Openings Available:

1

Worker Type:

Regular

More About Jonas Software:

Jonas Software is a leading provider of enterprise management software solutions, serving a wide range of vertical markets including hospitality, healthcare, construction, education, personal care, fitness, leisure, moving and legal services, to name a few. Within these markets, Jonas is comprised of over 65 distinct brands, each a respected leader in its domain.

Jonas’ vision is to be the branded global leader across these verticals and to be recognized by customers and industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of “Software for Life.” We are committed to technology, product innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service.

Jonas Software supports over 60,000 customers in more than 30 countries. We employ over 6,000 skilled professionals, including industry experts and technology specialists. Across our broader network, we support a global workforce of more than 30,000 employees.

Headquartered in Canada, Jonas Software has a global footprint with offices around the world. We’re a 100% owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., based in Toronto, publicly listed on the TSX (CSU.TO), and a member of the S&P/TSX 60 Index.