Corporate Development Manager (Remote) 90-120k USD -

Inner Circle Agency Inc.; Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 123,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic growth-focused firm is seeking a Corporate Development Manager to drive its acquisition strategy and execution. This role requires a minimum of 5 years in corporate development or related fields, specifically with M&A experience. Key responsibilities include evaluating acquisition opportunities, managing transaction processes, and presenting strategic recommendations. The position offers a competitive salary of $90,000 - $120,000 USD, a performance bonus, and flexible remote working options.

Benefits

Performance bonus up to 30% of base

Unlimited PTO

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in corporate development, private equity, investment banking, or consulting focused on M&A.
• Proven track record executing multiple acquisitions.
• Experience leading cross-functional integration initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate acquisition opportunities aligned with growth targets.
• Build and manage a pipeline of potential acquisition targets.
• Lead due diligence processes and coordinate with teams and advisors.
• Structure and finalize acquisition transactions.
• Manage integration planning post-acquisition.
• Develop financial models and ROI analyses for acquisitions.
• Present recommendations to leadership on pipeline and progress.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity.

Skills

Financial modeling

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Corporate Development Manager

Job Location: Flexible (Remote)

In-Office, Hybrid or Remote: Remote – Flexible location

Working Hours: Full-time

Languages: English required; bilingualism an asset

About the Client

Inner Circle Agency is hiring on behalf of a fast-growing group of companies with ambitious expansion goals. The leadership team is scaling rapidly and looking to strengthen its corporate development function to support a series of strategic acquisitions.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Corporate Development Manager to take ownership of the acquisition strategy and execution. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role is key to driving the company’s aggressive growth plan, building acquisition pipelines, leading deal processes, and preparing the group for a successful future exit.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate acquisition opportunities aligned with the company’s growth targets
• Build and manage a pipeline of potential acquisition targets
• Lead due diligence processes and coordinate with internal teams and external advisors
• Structure and finalize acquisition transactions
• Manage integration planning post-acquisition in collaboration with operations
• Develop financial models and ROI analyses for acquisition opportunities
• Present strategic recommendations and updates to leadership on pipeline and progress
• Monitor market trends, valuation benchmarks, and competitor activity

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in corporate development, private equity, investment banking, or consulting with a focus on M&A
• Proven track record executing multiple acquisitions
• Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills (Excel)
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational abilities

Preferred:

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree
• Experience leading cross-functional integration initiatives

What the Client Offers

• Base salary: $90,000 – $120,000 USD
• Performance bonus up to 30% of base
• Additional acquisition success bonuses tied to deal size and complexity
• Flexible remote work
• Unlimited PTO
• Professional development opportunities