Business Analyst – Operational Mergers & Acquisitions Specialist (M&A; Integration)

Full-time

Sector Name: Information Technology

Featured Opportunity: Yes

Employee Type: Regular

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We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.

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Reporting to the Project Management Office (PMO), the Business Analyst – Mergers & Acquisitions Specialist plays a key role in the structured and practical implementation of acquisition integrations. He or she is responsible for analyzing and supporting the execution of integration activities by ensuring the successful operational alignment of processes, systems, and ways of working.

The incumbent acts as a central liaison between business teams, IT teams, and partners to ensure a smooth, efficient, and secure transition toward corporate models, processes, and tools.

Integration Analysis and Scoping

Analyze the operational processes and practices of acquired entities

Document gaps between existing practices and corporate standards

Gather, analyze, and document business requirements related to integration

Translate business needs into clear requirements for IT teams

Assess the operational, organizational, and technological impacts of integrations

Integration Planning and Execution

Contribute to the detailed planning of integration activities (processes, systems, data)

Support the implementation of target processes and selected operating models

Identify dependencies, operational risks, and execution issues

Contribute to resolving operational issues during the integration phase

Stakeholder Coordination and Alignment

Serve as the link between stakeholders and delivery teams

Support project managers in monitoring integration activities

Document decisions, requirements, and expected deliverables

Ensure the quality of deliverables and their compliance with corporate processes and standards

Testing, Transition, and Adoption





Contribute to testing activities (functional, integration, user acceptance testing)

Support teams during transition and go-live periods

Identify impacts on users and operational teams

Collaborate in preparing documentation, training materials, and communications

Support the adoption of new processes and tools within integrated entities

Provide recommendations regarding the preferred integration strategy

Contribution to M&A; Activities

Support finance, operations, and IT teams during due diligence, transition, and integration phases

Assess risks, dependencies, constraints, and synergies resulting from M&A; activities

Recommend preferred integration approaches

Required Skills and Competencies

Excellent understanding of business and operational processes

Ability to work in quick-changing and high-pressure operational environments

Strong ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and prioritize effectively

Excellent analytical, organizational, and documentation skills

Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with diverse stakeholders (business, IT, external partners)

Ability to adapt quickly to new organizational contexts and integration environments

Experience in post-acquisition integration (M&A;)

Knowledge of corporate systems and ERP environments

Experience in a structured PMO or multi-project environment

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

5 to 8 years of experience in business analysis and project management

Proven experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A;) projects, including business process analysis and mapping

Strong understanding of financial, operational, and inter-organizational cycles

Leadership, political acumen, clear communication, and ability to manage cross-functional mandates

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Bilingualism in French and English required to collaborate with teams across Canada

Integrity, team spirit, and commitment to excellence

Competitive Assets





Understanding of AI opportunities in IT and corporate environments, and the ability to leverage them to optimize processes, support decision-making, and create business value

Demonstrated experience using artificial intelligence tools (e.g., copilots, augmented analytics tools) to improve the efficiency, quality, and speed of business analysis activities (documentation, analysis, synthesis, deliverable production)

Ability to use AI tools critically, methodically, and responsibly while ensuring information accuracy, data confidentiality, and alignment with organizational best practices

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution

As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees

Work/Life balance policy across Canada

3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience

Tailored training to improve your existing skills

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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📌 Business Analyst – Operational Mergers & Acquisitions Specialist (M&A Integration) (Quebec City)
🏢 CIMA+
📍 Quebec City