Application Deadline: 11/11/2026 Address: 100 King Street WestJob Family Group: Capital Mrkts Sales & Service Vice President, Middle Market Mergers & AcquisitionsOverview The Vice President, Middle Market M&A; will play a key role in originating and executing merger and acquisition transactions for privately owned and entrepreneur-led businesses across Canada. The successful candidate will work closely with Managing Directors, business owners, private equity investors, family offices, and strategic acquirers to deliver high-quality advisory services across a broad range of sell-side, buy-side, and capital advisory assignments. This position requires strong transaction execution capabilities, client relationship management skills, business development experience, and a deep understanding of corporate finance and valuation methodologies.
Develop and maintain relationships with business owners, private equity firms, family offices, strategic acquirers, and other market participants.
Identify and cultivate opportunities for new advisory mandates through personal networks and internal referral channels.
Partner with senior members of the Middle Market M&A; team and colleagues across BMO to originate new business opportunities.
Lead and contribute to client pitches and marketing initiatives.
Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, transaction activity, valuation developments, and competitive market dynamics.
Represent BMO in the marketplace through active participation in industry and professional networks.
Lead the day-to-day execution of sell-side and buy-side M&A; mandates.
Develop and review financial models, valuation analyses, marketing materials, and client presentations.
Coordinate buyer outreach processes and manage communications with prospective acquirers.
Support negotiations relating to transaction structure,
valuation, and key commercial terms.
Coordinate due diligence processes and manage interactions with legal, accounting, financing, and other transaction advisors.
Oversee work product quality and ensure adherence to professional and regulatory standards.
Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment.
Risk Management & Governance Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, internal policies, and risk management standards.
Maintain high standards of accuracy, quality control, and documentation throughout the transaction process.
Experience 5-7+ years of relevant experience in M&A; advisory, investment banking, corporate development, or a related corporate finance environment. Demonstrated experience executing middle-market M&A; transactions. Experience working with entrepreneur-owned businesses, private equity firms, and strategic buyers is preferred. Exposure to multiple industries, including industrials, manufacturing, business services, technology, or natural resources, is an asset.
Advanced knowledge of M&A; transaction processes and market dynamics. Opportunity to advise leading middle-market companies across Canada. 130,000
- $150,000 CAD base salary + annual performance bonusSalary: Pay Type: Salaried The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type. Salaries for part time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked.
BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.
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📌 Vice-President, Middle Market Mergers (Winnipeg)
🏢 BMO
📍 Winnipeg