M&A Associate

Partner One is a long-term investment group specializing in the acquisition and growth of successful software companies. With over 30 years in business, we own and operate some of the fastest-growing enterprise software companies globally. More than 2,000 of the world’s largest corporations and governments rely on our software for their most critical operations and to safeguard their most valuable data.

We are seeking an M&A Associate to join our team in a full-time, remote, permanent capacity.

The M&A Associate will be part of the Mergers & Acquisitions team and will play a key role in supporting the research, evaluation, due diligence, and execution of acquisitions, with exposure to a high volume of live opportunities.

Responsibilities

Identify and source software businesses that meet our acquisition criteria and key performance metrics
Develop and execute targeted prospecting campaigns via email and outbound calls, while continuously testing new business development strategies, with exposure to a high volume of deal opportunities
Build and nurture relationships with prospective acquisition targets and sell-side M&A investment banking firms
Lead preliminary evaluations of potential acquisitions, including initial business and financial due diligence, as well as opportunity and risk assessments
Own and manage a robust deal pipeline, ensuring it is consistently updated as new targets and information emerge, while working alongside a team of entrepreneurial, high-performing, and motivated individuals
Conduct industry and market research to identify trends and uncover new acquisition opportunities
Review and analyze investment materials, synthesizing large volumes of data into clear, concise, and actionable insights and presentations
Independently drive acquisition opportunities forward by understanding deal scope and maintaining momentum throughout the process, with exposure to the full deal lifecycle from sourcing to execution
Prioritize and delegate tasks effectively based on deal timelines and strategic importance
Provide ad hoc analytical and operational support to the broader team as needed
Collaborate cross-functionally to support data requests, due diligence, internal alignment, and successful deal execution
2–3 years of experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Corporate Development is required
Prior experience with software M&A transactions is a must
Strong academic performance from a top-tier institution
Undergraduate degree in business or a related field is preferred
Professional maturity and confidence in interacting with C-level executives
Highly proactive, self-directed, and driven, with strong sales and communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated leadership potential
Solid foundation in accounting principles and financial modeling
Understanding of software business models and the M&A transaction lifecycle
Strong analytical ability, pattern recognition skills, and advanced Excel proficiency

Details

Location

Canada

Experience

Min. 2 years

We are seeking an M&A Associate to join our team in a full-time, remote, permanent capacity.

Responsibilities

Identify and source software businesses that meet our acquisition criteria and key performance metrics
Develop and execute targeted prospecting campaigns via email and outbound calls, while continuously testing new business development strategies, with exposure to a high volume of deal opportunities
Build and nurture relationships with prospective acquisition targets and sell-side M&A investment banking firms
Lead preliminary evaluations of potential acquisitions, including initial business and financial due diligence, as well as opportunity and risk assessments
Own and manage a robust deal pipeline, ensuring it is consistently updated as new targets and information emerge, while working alongside a team of entrepreneurial, high-performing, and motivated individuals
Conduct industry and market research to identify trends and uncover new acquisition opportunities
Review and analyze investment materials, synthesizing large volumes of data into clear, concise, and actionable insights and presentations
Independently drive acquisition opportunities forward by understanding deal scope and maintaining momentum throughout the process, with exposure to the full deal lifecycle from sourcing to execution
Prioritize and delegate tasks effectively based on deal timelines and strategic importance
Provide ad hoc analytical and operational support to the broader team as needed
Collaborate cross-functionally to support data requests, due diligence, internal alignment, and successful deal execution
2–3 years of experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Corporate Development is required
Prior experience with software M&A transactions is a must
Strong academic performance from a top-tier institution
Undergraduate degree in business or a related field is preferred
Professional maturity and confidence in interacting with C-level executives
Highly proactive, self-directed, and driven, with strong sales and communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated leadership potential
Solid foundation in accounting principles and financial modeling
Understanding of software business models and the M&A transaction lifecycle
Strong analytical ability, pattern recognition skills, and advanced Excel proficiency