Manager of Corporate Development

Vaco Recruiter Services; Grimsby; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer packaged goods company in Grimsby is seeking a Manager of Commercial Development & Public Affairs to enhance advocacy strategies and support M&A initiatives. The role demands a bachelor's degree and 4-6 years of progressive experience in corporate development, investment banking, or consulting. Skills in strategic thinking, financial modeling, and effective communication are essential. This role offers a competitive salary between $120,000 and $130,000 annually, along with excellent growth opportunities and benefits.

Benefits

Excellent culture

CPA dues covered

Great mentor and opportunities for growth

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of progressive experience in corporate development or similar fields.
• Proven ability to develop financial models and synthesize data.
• Experience with navigating regulatory processes in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Support development of advocacy strategies on government policy.
• Lead key M&A phases and prepare strategic materials.
• Monitor legislative impacts and prepare briefing materials.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Project management

Financial modeling

Regulatory understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, or Public Policy

MBA or CBV equivalent graduate degree

Job description

About the Company

Our client is an award winning Consumer Packaged Goods Company. They are looking for a Manager Commercial Development & Public Affairs to join their team!

Why Work Here

• Excellent culture
• Amazing boss and great mentor
• Opportunities for growth and development
• CPA dues covered
• Excellent benefits

About the Opportunity

Public Affairs & Policy

• Support the VP in developing and executing advocacy strategies related to government policy, regulation and compliance across federal, provincial and municipal jurisdictions.
• Contribute to the coordination of industry association initiatives, consultation responses, and plans with policymakers, regulators and trade partners.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting the company and its industry; synthesize implications and prepare briefing materials, stakeholder analyses, and position papers.
• Assist in preparing presentations, submissions, and communications that articulate the company’s policy positions to internal and external audiences.
• Assist with other public affairs and policy tasks.

Commercial Development & M&A

• Project lead and/or support key M&A phases, including the opportunity screening, business case development, financial modelling and valuation, pipeline development, due diligence and integration.
• Prepare board and executive level materials that clearly present strategic, financial and operational rationales relating to transactions or other commercial development initiatives.
• Assist with other commercial development and M&A tasks.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, and/or Public Policy; CBV or MBA equivalent graduate degree an asset.
• 4-6 years of progressive experience in corporate development, investment banking or management consulting.
• Strong business acumen complemented by a good understanding of Canadian public policy frameworks, regulatory processes, and political decision‑making environments.
• Ability to think strategically and navigate complex issues.
• Proven ability to develop financial models, conduct valuations, and synthesize data to clear, strategic recommendations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated project management capability, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced changing environment.
• High degree of integrity, sound judgement, and collaboration in managing confidential and sensitive information.
• Understanding of the beverage alcohol and consumer product goods industry including marketing dynamics, supply chain, and consumer trends is an asset.

Salary Range

$120,000 - $130,000 / year

How to Apply

Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please know that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #463794.

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.