(Remote) Corporate Development, M&A - GovTech & Public Sector

Harris Computer; Toronto; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a Corporate Development Associate to join their M&A team. The role, based in Canada, involves researching and engaging target companies, managing pipelines in Salesforce, and collaborating with leadership. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of relevant experience and strong communication skills. The position offers remote working options and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and vacation time.

Benefits

3 weeks vacation + 5 personal days

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Employee stock ownership & RRSP/401k matching

Lifestyle rewards and flexible work options

Qualifications

• 5+ years in inside sales, business development, or M&A sourcing.
• Strong lead generation, research, and origination experience.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills; proactive, self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Research, cold call, and engage target companies for M&A.
• Develop and maintain contact with founders and executives.
• Track outreach activities in Salesforce.

Skills

Lead generation

Exceptional communication

Organizational skills

Research

Relationship building

Education

Undergraduate degree (Business / Econ / Finance)

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Harris Computer, the largest operating group of Constellation Software Inc. (TSX : CSU), is looking for a Corporate Development professional, based in Canada, to join our expanding team on the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) team. This team works closely with Harris’ senior management in continuing the company’s success in acquiring software businesses.

This role is a full-time, remote, work from home position. We will consider candidates from anywhere in Canada (preferably Toronto / Ottawa and surrounding areas). As a member of the Harris Corporate Development team, you will report to the Director of Corporate Development. This role requires travel of up to 10% in North America, and a valid passport is required.

Help shape the future of government and public sector software. Our Frontline Group is seeking a Corporate Development Associate to partner with senior leadership and advance our M&A strategy. You’ll help identify and evalutate qualified acquisition opportunities, as we deploying capital into market-leading vertical software businesses.

The ideal candidate is a true people-person who is self-motivated and has a passion for developing and maintaining relationships. Prior business development experience is a key asset. Knowledge of basic financial literacy and software will contribute to your success.

In this role, you will :

• Originate & qualify opportunities : Research, cold call, and directly engage target companies to assess fit with our investment profile.
• Build relationships : Develop and maintain frequent contact with founders, executives, and our existing target network.
• Pipeline management : Track outreach activity in Salesforce, moving opportunities through the M&A funnel.
• Communicate our story : Represent Harris’ investment strategy with professionalism and care.
• Collaborate with leadership : Partner with the M&A team in due diligence, screening, and deal progression.
• (Some travel required,

What you bring :

• 5+ years in inside sales, business development, or M&A sourcing.
• Strong lead generation, research, and origination experience.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills; proactive, self-motivated.
• Undergraduate degree (Business / Econ / Finance a plus).

What sets you apart :

• Prior experience in M&A or software.
• Salesforce (or CRM) expertise.

Why Harris Frontline?

• 3 weeks vacation + 5 personal days
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage (starting Day 1)
• Employee stock ownership & RRSP / 401k matching
• Lifestyle rewards and flexible work options

About Harris

Harris Computer – based in Ottawa, Ontario - acquires vertical market software businesses, manages them using industry best practices, and builds them for the future. Through acquisitions, Harris has grown extensively from its roots in the utilities, local government, education, and healthcare sectors to operate over 200 businesses globally across more than twenty industries. Harris is the largest operating group of Constellation Software Inc. (TSX : CSU), the most effective acquirer of Software business globally.