M&A Associate

Associate, M&A

Join the World's Most Successful Acquirer of Software Businesses

Location: Remote, Canada

Reports to: Director, M&A

Company Overview

Volaris Group, a subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc. (TSX: CSU), acquires, strengthens, and grows vertical market software companies. Unlike traditional private equity or strategic buyers, we follow a buy-and-hold-forever strategy and operate in a highly decentralized environment. Our mission is to help our companies become clear leaders in their respective industries, supported by long-term capital and operational expertise. Today, Volaris is home to over 200 companies in more than 50 countries.

The Role

As an M&A Associate, you'll support the full acquisition lifecycle — from sourcing and lead generation through NDAs, valuation, indicative offers and letters of intent, due diligence, and transaction close. The role is roughly 60% deal execution and 40% business development, though the mix shifts depending on where the team is in the M&A cycle.

You will be tasked with supporting M&A transactions and will be comfortable driving a cross-functional due diligence process — coordinating internal stakeholders and external advisors toward a close. You'll also gather key information on risks and opportunities and translate it into fact-based, well-reasoned insights on the valuation and structural impact of each acquisition. This is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment: strong candidates enjoy both the analytical rigor of modeling and valuation and the relationship-building side of sourcing deals.

The team works with colleagues across time zones globally, so some meetings will fall outside standard business hours. We offer a flexible, remote-friendly working environment. Expect occasional travel for conferences, in-person diligence, closings, and team meetings.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director, M&A in the creation of the Portfolio's M&A strategy.
• Execute the M&A transactions, including:
  • Analyze target businesses, including financial and operational performance, industry dynamics, and growth drivers.
  • Build and maintain detailed financial models and valuation analyses.
  • Identify risks and opportunities, and ensure they are assessed and presented in business cases.
  • Prepare and present indicative offers and letters of intent (LOIs).
  • Support the purchase agreement negotiation process.
  • Oversee cross-functional internal and external teams to drive the due diligence process.
  • Oversee the development of investment committee materials.
  • Support final negotiations, legal documentation, and transaction close.
• Proactively identify, research, qualify, and engage with potential acquisition targets aligned with our strategic criteria.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with company owners, advisors, and intermediaries.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in M&A deal execution (investment banking, corporate development, private equity, or related).
• Strong relationship management and business development capabilities, particularly with small to mid-sized, owner-operated businesses.
• Experience in the software or technology sector is a strong asset.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling, with a solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Willingness to work flexible hours across time zones and travel as required.
• A collaborative, team-first mindset combined with the confidence and professionalism to engage with senior executives, business owners, bankers, lawyers, and advisors.

What We Offer

• Base salary starting range at $100,000 + M&A incentives (base compensation varies based on experience).
• A flexible, remote-friendly working environment.
• Direct exposure to high-impact deals alongside seasoned M&A professionals across the globe.
• Long-term career growth within a successful, acquisition-driven organization of 200+ operating companies.