Director, Mergers and Acquisitions; M&A

Position: Director, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A
** Job Description
** Harris is seeking a Director, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) to join its Onyx Group. Reporting to the VP of M&A, the Director, M&A is responsible for managing and executing acquisition opportunities, from initial evaluation through to post-closing handoff. The role plays a key part in supporting the Group’s capital deployment objectives and works closely with executive and operational leaders across the Onyx Group.

The Director, M&A leads and coordinates M&A execution efforts, manages internal and external stakeholders, and serves as the primary interface with the business development team, which is responsible for sourcing acquisition opportunities. This is a full-time, remote position. Qualified candidates located anywhere in Canada or the United States will be considered.
** Key Responsibilities
**** M&A Execution
*** Learn and apply the company’s business model, investment criteria, and internal processes to manage acquisition transactions from initial assessment through integration hand-off
* Conduct and oversee financial analysis and valuation modeling for potential acquisitions
* Lead and coordinate due diligence activities, working with cross-functional teams including IT, technology, HR, Legal, and Finance
* Support and participate in transaction negotiations, preparation of investment materials, and internal approval processes
* Manage multiple acquisition transactions in parallel
* Monitor post-close performance and ensure alignment with the original investment thesis
** Cross-Functional Coordination
*** Coordinate the efforts of internal M&A resources and functional experts involved in each transaction
* Ensure effective communication and collaboration between corporate teams and business unit leaders throughout the acquisition process
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of M&A processes and best practices
** M&A Business Development Support
*** Work closely with the M&A business development team to ensure acquisition opportunities are properly qualified, tracked, and escalated
* Maintain ongoing relationships with acquisition targets and intermediaries through calls, emails, and occasional in-person meetings
** Reporting and Other Responsibilities
*** Prepare internal reporting on pre-close M&A activity, pipeline status, and post-close acquisition performance
* Travel up to 25%, as required
** Qualifications
* ** 5–10 years of experience in M&A, accounting, corporate development, finance, investment, transaction services, or a related field
* Strong financial modeling, valuation, presentation, and analytical skills
* Proven ability to manage complex projects and multiple work streams simultaneously
* Solid business judgment and a hands-on, execution-oriented mindset
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability
** About Harris
** Harris is one of the largest operating groups of Constellation Software Inc. (TSX: CSU). Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, Harris acquires vertical market software businesses, operates them using proven industry best practices, and builds them for long-term success.

Through a disciplined acquisition strategy, Harris has completed more than 170 software acquisitions across dozens of industries, operates nearly 200 offices globally, and employs over 15,000 team members.
** Compensation details:
** The potential salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000 per year, with eligibility for a bonus or merit program. Final compensation will be based on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity. We offer a competitive Total Rewards package including benefits, RRSP matching, stock options, and career development opportunities.
** Only successful candidates will be contacted .
*** Harris is an Equal Opportunity Employer and members of the following targeted groups are encouraged to apply women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. If you are a person with a disability, assistance with the screening and selection process is available on request.
** The Harris Talent Acquisition team does not use text messages to contact candidates or solicit…