Business Development Representative
Offer summary
Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in inside sales, business development, or M&A sourcing., Completion of an undergraduate degree, preferably in Business, Economics, or Finance., Exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication skills., Fluency in English and a self-starter attitude..Key responsabilities:
- Support the M&A team in screening and researching potential acquisition targets.
- Engage companies for acquisition through cold calling and qualifying targets.
- Maintain relationships with existing acquisition targets via calls and emails.
- Track activities and manage information in Salesforce CRM.
Job description
Business Development Representative - Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
Harris Computer (Public Sector/Frontline Group) - Remote
Our public sector group is seeking an experienced business development professional to work closely with the senior management team to continue the company’s success in mergers and acquisition (M&A) activity. Reporting to the Manager, of Business Development, this position will play a key role in identifying and screening qualified acquisition opportunities with the end goal of deploying capital.
The ideal candidate is a true people-person who is inherently self-motivated and has a passion for developing and maintaining relationships. Prior business development experience is a key asset. Knowledge of basic financial literacy and software will contribute to your success.
This position is Remote and can be located anywhere in North America.
RESPONSIBILITIES/DAY TO DAY ACTIVITIES
- Support the M&A team in screening and researching potential company targets
- Directly solicit and engage companies for acquisition; cold call, and qualify target companies to ensure they meet our investment profile
- Maintain relationships with PSG’s existing network of acquisition targets through frequent telephone calls and e-mails
- Effectively communicate Harris’ 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
- Some travel required (<10%)
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- 5+ years of direct experience in inside sales, business development, or M&A sourcing
- Demonstrable experience in Business Development with an aptitude for sales, lead generation and mining of new business opportunities
- Exceptional organizational, written and verbal communication skills
- Self-starter with excellent organization, prioritization and multi-tasking abilities who thrives on new challenges and takes initiative.
- Fluency in English
- Completion of an undergraduate degree (Business/Economics/Finance an asset)
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT
- Experience in M&A or software
- Experience with Salesforce (or other CRM)
WHAT WE OFFER
- 3 weeks' vacation and 5 personal days
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage from your first day of employment
- Employee stock ownership and RRSP/401k matching programs
- Lifestyle rewards
- Flexible work options
Required profile
Experience
Other Skills
- Multitasking
- Prioritization
- Self-Motivation