Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst

Valnet Concept; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in media and technology is seeking a Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst in Montreal. This role focuses on managing the acquisition lifecycle and internal investments while requiring strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will collaborate with the leadership team to drive financial and operational results. Benefits include health insurance, daily snacks, and a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Full health insurance plan (medical, dental, and vision)

Daily on-site snacks & coffee

Fitness subscription reimbursement program

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of relevant experience in M&A, investment banking, private equity, VC, or corporate development.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, valuation techniques, and due diligence processes.
• Self-motivated learner with strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead the entire acquisition lifecycle and manage internal investments.
• Assist investment team with operational and financial modeling and reporting.
• Create processes to track financial and operational KPIs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Google Analytics

Financial modeling tools

Job description

Overview

Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst

Location: Montreal, Full time in office

Valnet is seeking a highly analytical and driven Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst to help run the acquisition lifecycle and to manage our internal investments. The ideal candidate must possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and the desire to work in a fast-paced environment. This person will report directly to the Head of M&A and will work closely with our Brands and the rest of the leadership team in regards to future and potential acquisitions.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead the entire acquisition lifecycle: knowledge of the competitive landscape, sourcing, pipeline growth, capital deployment, valuation, negotiating, assisting counsel with purchase agreement drafting, integration/management (operations) with the objective of delivering results in line with IRR expectations.
• Manage internal investments by leading or co-leading operations with content/ business partners and driving operational/financial results as per budgeted expectations.
• Assist investment team’s needs with ad hoc requests, including operational and financial modeling, budgeting, tracking, KPIs, and support for special projects, reporting, meetings, and presentations.

Other daily tasks include:

• KPI tracking: creating and iterating processes to track financial and operational KPIs such as revenue, cost per article, active sessions, failure rates, EBITDA, etc.
• Modeling: assist in creating frameworks for operational and financial models, forecasting, and historical data analysis.
• Data analysis: use available tools to perform deep-dives into operations, identify patterns to inform decisions.
• M&A due diligence: reconcile financials, compile and evaluate operational data to inform forecasting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience in M&A, investment banking, private equity, VC, or corporate development.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, valuation techniques, and due diligence processes.
• Self-motivated learner with strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Affinity for adtech, media, or technology.

Benefits

• Full health insurance plan (medical, dental, and vision).
• Daily on-site snacks & coffee.
• Fitness subscription reimbursement program.
• Competitive salary.

Who we are

Valnet is a company unlike any other. Here, you’ll work alongside passionate, dedicated individuals who bring their best every day, creating an environment that is as inspiring as it is challenging. We are innovative leaders, not passive followers, always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in our industry. We encourage autonomy and value creative contributions, empowering you to shape meaningful change from day one. We don’t just talk about culture – we make it our first priority, fostering a collaborative, fast-paced environment where talent is recognized and rewarded. In our meritocratic structure, your career can develop quickly, with opportunities to grow and be rewarded for your achievements. Visit our corporate website to learn more.

Analyste en fusions et acquisitions

Lieu de travail : Montréal, Temps plein en présentiel

Valnet est à la recherche d\'un analyste en fusions et acquisitions hautement analytique et motivé pour gérer le cycle d\'acquisition et superviser nos investissements internes. Le candidat idéal doit posséder d\'excellentes compétences en analyse et en résolution de problèmes, ainsi qu\'une grande capacité à évoluer dans un environnement dynamique. Cette personne reportera directement au Responsable des Fusions et Acquisitions et travaillera en étroite collaboration avec nos marques et le reste de l\'équipe de direction sur les acquisitions futures et potentielles.

Responsabilités

• Co-diriger l\'ensemble du cycle d\'acquisition : connaissance approfondie du paysage concurrentiel, sourcing, développement du pipeline, déploiement du capital, évaluation, négociation, assistance aux conseillers juridiques pour la rédaction des accords d\'achat, intégration/gestion des opérations, avec l\'objectif final de délivrer des résultats conformes aux attentes de rendement interne (IRR).
• Gérer nos investissements internes en menant ou co-dirigeant les opérations avec les partenaires de contenu/affaires et en stimulant les résultats opérationnels/financiers conformément aux prévisions budgétaires.
• Répondre aux besoins de l\'équipe d\'investissement par des demandes ad hoc, c’est-à-dire la modélisation opérationnelle et financière, le suivi budgétaire et des KPIs, assistance sur des projets spéciaux, des rapports, des présentations, etc.

Autres tâches quotidiennes

• Suivi des KPIs: création et optimisation des processus pour suivre les indicateurs financiers et opérationnels tels que le revenu, le coût par article, les sessions actives, les taux d\'échec, l\'EBITDA, etc.
• Modélisation: conception de cadres pour des modèles financiers et opérationnels, prévisions et analyse des données historiques.
• Analyse de données: utilisation d\'outils tels que PubInsights et Google Analytics pour des analyses approfondies et l\' identification de tendances.
• Due Diligence M&A: rapprochement des données financières et évaluation des informations opérationnelles pour informer les prévisions.

Exigences

• Diplôme de baccalauréat en finance, commerce, économie ou domaine connexe.
• Un MBA ou un diplôme de deuxième cycle est un atout.
• 0-3 ans d\'expérience pertinente en fusions et acquisitions, banque d\'investissement, capital-investissement, capital-risque ou développement corporatif.
• Bonne maîtrise de la modélisation financière, des techniques d\'évaluation et des processus de due diligence.
• Capacité d\'apprentissage autonome, avec de solides compétences analytiques, en négociation et en communication.
• Intérêt marqué pour l\'adtech, les médias ou les technologies.

Avantages

• Assurance santé complète (médecine, dentiste et vision).
• Collations et café quotidiens sur site.
• Programme de remboursement d\'abonnement sportif.
• Plan de rémunération compétitif et primes.

Remarques finales

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