Business Development Associate

Role Overview

The Business Development Associate is a key contributor to our M&A deal origination team and the identification and evaluation of strategic acquisition opportunities. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing, qualifying, nurturing and managing a pipeline of acquisition opportunities in the software sector.

What You Will Do

You will work closely with senior M&A leadership to target attractive verticals, execute sourcing plans and qualify deals that align with our investment criteria. This position requires a mix of strategic thinking, hands-on origination, and relationship building skills, along with an ability to hold confident conversations with founders, board members, C-suite executives, investment bankers, private equity/venture capital firms and industry leaders.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The role is ideal for candidates looking to apply their problem solving, analytical, and strategic thinking skills to shape outreach strategies, identify high potential software verticals, and build a robust pipeline of acquisition opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, finance, or a related field
• 2+ years’ experience in deal origination, business development, software sales or investment related roles
• Prior experience with CRM platforms (e.g. Salesforce) and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Prior experience integrating or experimenting with AI tools (e.g. workflow automation, data analysis, content generation, role optimization) is a plus
• Understanding of financial and business metrics is an asset

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and bonus
• Significant upward growth trajectory for high performers
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 3 weeks vacation + personal days
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Direct access to senior decision makers, industry leaders, M&A leadership, and deal evaluation discussions