POSITION DESCRIPTION
FOG Software Group is looking for a M&A Director to join our M&A deal execution team in Toronto. The Director will support the entire M&A lifecycle from lead generation to transaction close.
The ideal candidate should possess 7+ years of progressive work experience at an accounting, corporate development, investment banking and/or private equity firm, with experience executing transactions. The expectation is the candidate will be able to lead transactions independently.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
FOG Software Group is a division of Constellation Software. We acquire, manage, and build mission-critical vertical market software companies that are located all over the world. Constellation Software (“TSX:CSU”), our parent company, has acquired over 1,000 businesses across dozens of industries. We acquire small, medium, and large sized private and public companies from owner/operators as well as institutional and corporate shareholders.
Constellation Software is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:CSU) and has a market cap of approximately $100B CAD. Founded in 1995, Constellation is a reputable investor with a proven track record of success.
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CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Play a lead role throughout the entire M&A process with the opportunity to independently lead transactions from start to finish.
- Nurture relationships with owner/operators, public corporations, investment bankers and PE/VC funds.
- Qualify targets for fit and deal probability through early conversations with business owners/senior executives and review of initial diligence materials.
- Analyze target company financial/operational information, form investment strategies, and build detailed valuation models.
- Prepare and negotiate indicative offers and LOIs.
- Lead the due diligence process, coordinating across multiple internal teams.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of progressive work experience at an accounting, corporate development, investment banking and/or private equity firm, with experience executing transactions.
- Excellent attention to detail and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines.
- Strong communication skills (verbal & written) with an emphasis on relationship building and report writing.
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
- Able to work variable hours and travel when required.