Associate, Corporate Development (Healthcare)Job DescriptionHarris is looking for a Corporate Development Associate responsible for proactively researching, engaging and developing potential acquisition targets for a high-velocity M&A; organization. In this role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to join a prolific acquirer and learn from the highly successful acquisition culture of Constellation Software.Location:Preference for Toronto, but open to remote candidates (within Canada, US)Key ResponsibilitiesLead generation | Develop M&A; Pipeline: Proactively identify and source software companies that align with our investment goals, using initiative to build a robust pipelineOutreach | Initiate and Build Key Relationships: Lead outbound prospecting through strategic, targeted outreach. You will build rapport with business owners and senior leadership, establishing solid professional connections.Relationship Management | Trusted Partner: Develop and nurture long-term relationships with key decision-makers, building credibility and positioning Harris as the acquirer of choice.CRM Discipline:Manage a disciplined pipeline in CRM; disciplined & relentless activities cadence, track deal stages, forecast pipeline health and driven to throughout document interactionsTransaction Support:Support M&A; site visits and prospecting trips; coordinate due‑diligence requests and information flow. Work closely with M&A; team up to due diligence.Acquisitions:Deliver transactions, the ultimate outcome of your efforts.What are we looking for?Business acumen:Substantial hands-on financial and business experience in fast-paced, high-performing, work environments.M&A; experience:Fluent in discussing the M&A; process, valuations, and exiting a business.



Experienced in engaging with founders and senior executives.An exceptional relationship builder:A skilled conversationalist with genuine curiosity about others and a knack for listening. Builds trust by focusing on the business owner's stories, goals, and motivations rather than their own.A natural, outgoing connector:Naturally engages with people in everyday life, effortlessly building rapport in casual interactions. Comfortable reaching out, connecting, and fostering relationships with business owners.Highly efficient research and outreach skills:A quick study who can profile, assess, and interpret a company and its leaders within minutes, then confidently initiate tailored outreach.Intellectual curiosity:Continuously observes, analyzes, and learns from each interaction, building on past experiences to gain deeper insight.A high achiever:A hands-on contributor with a track record of outstanding performance. Committed to achieving a high rate of meaningful connections. Patiently persistent and resourceful, using thoughtful and creative approaches to engage business owners.Non-NegotiablesFinancial literacy : ability to interpret financial statements and discuss basic valuation driversCommitted : Career history of working at employers > 3+ yearsCommunication: Advanced communication & interpersonal skillsDiscipline:Exceptional self drive, meticulous organization, relentless execution of daily tasksUrgency:Extraordinary work ethic,



proactive with a sense of urgency“Hunter” mentality:demonstrable success in cold outreachLong Term Mindset:extensive meaningful long-term relationships in personal lifeTravel:10–20% within Canada/USA for founder meetings and industry events.Long Term MindsetRelationships will be formed with decision makers (i.E.CEOs/VPs of Corporate Development, founders/owners) of software companies globally, M&A; advisors, and private equity/venture capital professionals. Success is defined by building andmaintainingmeaningful relationships, having clients sign LOI's,and ultimately, theacquisition of software companies/assets by Harris/Constellation.Initiating relationships,maintainingrelationships, andultimately beingconsidered and chosen to beacquiredby Harris/Constellationtypically takes multiple yearsWho are we looking for?We don't believe there is a “one size fits all” profile for this position, but are particularly excited to speak with candidates who have progressive experience in one or a combination of the following functions:K-12 or Higher Education industry background | SMEInvestment sourcing/originationOutbound SaaS salesInvestment banking or other investing rolesGrowth/GTM (early/growth stage or sponsor-backed)What We OfferComprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits.Robust training and development, including mentorship from experienced M&A; professionals and exposure to the full deal lifecycle.Career growth within an acquisitive, growth oriented, decentralized organization | ability to grow within an organization over the long termSalarySalary: Target earnings $120,000 to $140,000 | $80,000 - $100,000 base + variable of $40,000Salary Minimum: 80000Salary Maximum: 80000#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Associate, Corporate Development (Winnipeg)
🏢 Harris
📍 Winnipeg