M&A Analyst / Associate

Job Description – M&A Analyst / Associate

Harris, an operating group of Constellation Software Inc.

(TSX: CSU), is seeking an M&A Analyst / Associate to join its team and support the execution of its capital deployment strategy.

The successful candidate will play a meaningful role in the evaluation and execution of acquisition opportunities, working closely with senior M&A professionals and business unit leaders.

This position is suitable for candidates at the Analyst or Associate level, depending on experience.

The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, detail-oriented, and possesses strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Prior experience in accounting, corporate finance, transaction services, or M&A is required.

Key Responsibilities

M&A Execution

After developing a strong understanding of Harris’ business model and acquisition processes, the Analyst / Associate will support and contribute to acquisition transactions from initial evaluation through closing and post-close follow-up.

Key responsibilities include:


* Financial modeling, valuation analysis, and return assessment


* Supporting and coordinating due diligence activities, including working with internal functional teams and business unit stakeholders


* Preparing investment memoranda, presentations, and materials for internal investment committees


* Assisting with transaction negotiations, deal structuring, and execution


* Supporting post-close monitoring and facilitating the hand-off to integration teams

The role involves working on multiple acquisition transactions per year, with responsibilities and autonomy scaled according to experience level.

M&A Business Development Support


* Support M&A business development specialists in tracking, nurturing, and qualifying acquisition opportunities


* Assist in maintaining relationships with acquisition targets and intermediaries through calls, emails, and occasional in-person meetings


* Help ensure timely escalation of relevant opportunities to senior M&A team members

Additional Responsibilities


* Internal reporting on pre-close acquisition activity, pipeline status, and post-close acquisition performance


* Some travel required (approximately 10–25%)

Qualifications & Experience


* 0–2+ years of relevant experience for Analyst-level candidates; 2–5+ years for Associate-level candidates, in M&A, corporate development, transaction services, accounting, corporate finance, or investment analysis


* Experience with financial modeling and deal-related analysis; exposure to investment memoranda is an asset


* Strong organizational skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities


* Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint


* Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment


* Fluency in English


* Completion of an undergraduate degree; MBA or professional design...