Business Development Specialist, M&A
at N. Harris Computer Corporation - CAD

Job Description

Job Overview:

Our Public Sector Group (PSG) is seeking an experienced Business Development professional to work closely with PSG's Senior Management team in continuing the company's success in mergers and acquisition (M&A) activity. Reporting to the Director Corporate Development, this position will play a key role in identifying and screening qualified acquisition opportunities.

The ideal candidate is a true people-person, someone 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/or a knowledge of software will contribute to your success.

This position is Remote and can be located anywhere in North America.

What your impact will be:

• 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 exceptional 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
• And more!

About Harris Computer:

Harris provides mission critical software solutions for the Public Sector, Healthcare, Utilities and Private Sector verticals throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Working for Harris is the perfect opportunity to fulfill your professional goals as well as achieve your personal dreams! Our employees enjoy a casual work environment that offers comfort while providing superior service to our customers. We offer a comprehensive benefit package as well as other additional “Perks”!

• We empower our employees to make a difference
• We have an award-winning culture
• We offer opportunity to learn
• We are financially strong and we are owned by the largest software company in Canada (CSI)
• We have fun!

Follow us on social media to learn more about our company values, culture and initiatives!

• Instagram: ⁠@weareharris
• LinkedIn: ⁠Harris Computer

*Only selected candidates will be contacted*

Harris is committed to an equal opportunity employment program, and applications from members of targeted groups, including women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and visible minorities, are encouraged. If you are a person with a disability, you may receive assistance with the screening and selection process upon request.

The Harris Talent Acquisition team does not use text messages to communicate with candidates or solicit confidential information. We encourage all candidates to apply for posted positions. They will be contacted by either a Harris manager or a member of the Talent Acquisition team for an interview, provided they meet the required criteria.