M&A Business Development Associate

CORA Group

4d • $55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

Mergers & Acquisitions Business Development Associate CORA Group Job Responsibilities Support the M&A team in screening and researching potential company targets through the usage of research tools Directly solicit and engage companies via telephone for potential acquisition; call with good purpose and qualify target companies to ensure they meet our investment profile Maintain relationships with our existing network of acquisition targets through frequent telephone calls and e-mails Effectively communicate Jonas’ investment strategy, while ensuring that the investment process is handled with care and professionalism Track activities and maintain relevant information in Salesforce CRM Generate and report on leads, set up qualified appointments and move opportunities through the M&A pipeline Job Qualifications 3+ years of direct experience in outside sales, business development, or M&A sourcing Aptitude and passion for outside sales, lead generation and mining of new business opportunities Exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication skills Demonstrated success in cold calling, prospecting, and sales processes Strong understanding of software businesses is an asset Knowledge of Salesforce or similar CRM is an asset Additional Qualifications Have a positive attitude and work ethic, with a strong drive for results Self-starter with exceptional organization, prioritization and multi-tasking abilities who thrives on new challenges and takes initiative Strong integrity and trustworthiness, with the ability to manage sensitive information and relationships with a high degree of professionalism Compensation & Role Details Expected Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 CAD, depending on experience and qualifications Role Type: New Role AI Disclosure: AI is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this role Business Unit: CORA M&A Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5 Number of Openings Available: 1 Worker Type: Regular More About Jonas Software: Jonas Software is a leading provider of enterprise management software solutions, serving a wide range of vertical markets including hospitality, healthcare, construction, education, personal care, fitness, leisure, moving and legal services, to name a few. Within these markets, Jonas is comprised of over 65 distinct brands, each a respected leader in its domain. Jonas’ vision is to be the branded global leader across these verticals and to be recognized by customers and industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of “Software for Life.” We are committed to technology, product innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service. Jonas Software supports over 60,000 customers in more than 30 countries. We employ over 6,000 skilled professionals, including industry experts and technology specialists. Across our broader network, we support a global workforce of more than 30,000 employees. Headquartered in Canada, Jonas Software has a global footprint with offices around the world. We’re a 100% owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., based in Toronto, publicly listed on the TSX (CSU.TO), and a member of the S&P/TSX 60 Index. A software company is a valuable asset, and there are many reasons to consider selling it to CORA Group. CORA Group is a leader in mergers and acquisitions, and they have a proven track record of success. In addition, CORA Group respects the autonomy of their acquired companies and allows them to maintain a decentralized model. This allows companies to retain their culture and values while benefiting from the resources of a larger organization.

Requirements

• 3+ years of direct experience in outside sales, business development, or M&A sourcing
• Aptitude and passion for outside sales, lead generation and mining of new business opportunities
• Exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated success in cold calling, prospecting, and sales processes
• Strong understanding of software businesses is an asset
• Knowledge of Salesforce or similar CRM is an asset
• Have a positive attitude and work ethic, with a strong drive for results
• Self-starter with exceptional organization, prioritization and multi-tasking abilities who thrives on new challenges and takes initiative
• Strong integrity and trustworthiness, with the ability to manage sensitive information and relationships with a high degree of professionalism

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of software businesses is an asset
• Knowledge of Salesforce or similar CRM is an asset

Responsibilities

• Support the M&A team in screening and researching potential company targets through the usage of research tools
• Directly solicit and engage companies via telephone for potential acquisition; call with good purpose and qualify target companies to ensure they meet our investment profile
• Maintain relationships with our existing network of acquisition targets through frequent telephone calls and e-mails
• Effectively communicate Jonas’ investment strategy, while ensuring that the investment process is handled with care and professionalism
• Track activities and maintain relevant information in Salesforce CRM
• Generate and report on leads, set up qualified appointments and move opportunities through the M&A pipeline

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed