Vice President, Head of Mergers and Acquisitions, Alpha
Jonas (Perseus Careers1) Open · verified Oct 22, 2026 At a glance
VP-level Investment & Corporate Development role at Jonas (Perseus Careers1). Toronto · full-time · CA$171,900–CA$210,100 base.
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What you'll do
- Lead M&A work from screening potential targets through completing transactions, supporting the Alpha President
- Assess target fit and deal likelihood through early discussions with owners and executives, plus initial diligence review
- Analyze company accounts and underlying data, then build Excel models to evaluate financial strength and value
- Coordinate diligence across internal teams and keep relationships active with acquisition target decision-makers
- Recruit and develop junior deal staff while managing your direct reports
What you bring
- At least five years of progressive M&A experience at an investment bank, private equity firm, serial acquirer or similar
- Three or more years executing mid-market deals, including work with small owner-managed businesses
- A record of leading M&A professionals, with advanced Excel capability and strong financial modelling skills
Who this fits
This VP role suits an experienced deal leader who is comfortable managing a team and regularly engaging with executives, business owners, bankers and lawyers. You should be able to handle shifting hours and travel when transactions require it. The stated base salary range is CAD $171,900 to $210,100 per year.
From the employer
Alpha (part of Andromeda), a portfolio of software businesses within Constellation Software Inc., acquires vertical market software companies around the world with a buy and hold mandate. It provides them with the strategic guidance and financial security they need to become leaders within their respective markets.
Are you a top-performing, proven financial professional with honed financial modelling skills, exceptional business sense, strong drive and success leading teams? We are looking for a driven, hard-working, modelling-guru who can lead, build and nurture an M&A team that develops and executes rigorous investment theses at a high velocity.
The Vice President, Head of Mergers and Acquisitions, Alpha will report to the President, Alpha (the top executive at Alpha) and will lead the team responsible for M&A execution from target qualification to close at Alpha.
Job Responsibilities
- Support the President, Alpha and lead the team responsible for M&A execution from target qualification to close at Alpha
- Developing and recruiting junior M&A execution team members, including managing direct reports
- Qualifying targets for fit and deal probability through early conversations with business owners/senior executives and review of initial diligence materials
- Performing detailed financial analysis on the financial statements and underlying data to identify trends and assess business strength and quality
- Building a detailed financial model in Excel to determine valuation
- Facilitating the due diligence process and coordinating across multiple internal teams
- Maintaining relationships with decision makers at acquisition targets
Work Experience:
- 5+ years of progressive M&A work experience at an investment bank, private equity firm, or serial acquiror (or similar) with 3+ years of mid-market deal experience executing transactions.
- Experience working with small owner-managed businesses as a client/target.
- Past success leading a team of M&A professionals.
- Buy side experience is a plus but not required.
- CPA, CA, CFA, MBA are considered assets.
- Excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong communication skills (both verbal & written) with an emphasis on relationships and report writing.
- Advanced excel and exceptional financial modelling skills.
- Ability to work variable hours and travel when required to close transactions.
- Confidence and polish for frequent interaction with executives, owners, bankers, lawyers, and other key stakeholders.
Salary Range (Ontario & BC Only):
The estimated base salary range for this role is CAD$171,900.00 - CAD$210,100.00 per year. We include salary ranges in job postings only where required by applicable pay transparency laws, based on the jurisdictions in which the role may be performed. The posted range is a good faith estimate and reflects factors that are subject to change. Final offer amounts may vary based on job-related factors, including work location, candidate experience and expertise, and other relevant considerations.We recognize the value and importance of diversity and inclusion in our communities and in the workplace. We celebrate diversity and one of our goals as an employer is to create an inclusive work environment for all employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation including gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other category or characteristic protected by law.Applicants with disabilities who would like to require a reasonable accommodation related to any part of the application process may contact us at Perseus_HR@constellationhbs.com.#RED