Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions

We’re searching for a Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) at our Surrey Head Office, working in a hybrid work model.  Are you searching for new possibilities? 

Discover what’s possible, with Westland. 

The Westland story is all about growth, and that means plenty of possibility for everyone on our team. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. As we continue to open new doors, we're inviting amazing people like you to join us.

As a Manager, M&A, you’ll be instrumental in supporting our acquisition strategy and leading start-to-finish deal execution on buy-side transactions including financial and business due diligence, target valuation and financial modeling, and preparation of transaction documentation. The Manager, M&A will be a key team member of Westland’s active and high performing corporate development team.

Expected Compensation: The expected hiring range for this role is $108,000-135,000, with a 40-hour work week. Your rate of pay will be determined based on your individual qualifications and experience, while considering internal equity.  

Westland also offers a competitive annual short-term incentive program that enables employees to share in the rewards of the business and emphasizes the measures that are key to our success.

Westland is committed to continuous learning where employees can grow their potential and write the stories of their careers. Financial assistance is available for approved work-related training/development courses leading to certification, and programs that offer professional development, including seminars and conferences. 

Interested in learning more?

Why you'll love Westland: 

• An open, flexible and welcoming workplace  
• Plenty of opportunities to grow and learn 
• Autonomy to drive your own success 
• Be part of our inclusive culture, alongside an extraordinarily talented community of people with a wide variety of backgrounds
• A total rewards program that takes care of your financial, physical, and mental health 
• Flexible paid Values Days to celebrate days important to you
• Paid Volunteer Days for employees as part of Amplifying Communities, a program to support causes that matter most to our employees and clients 

Why we’ll love You:  

• You have earned your CPA designation (CFA, CBV designations will be considered a strong asset)
• You bring 2-3 years of direct experience in Mergers & Acquisitions transaction environment, such as private equity, Big 4 Financial Advisory, investment banking, corporate finance, corporate development
• Your advanced Excel skills and data analysis expertise allow you to uncover valuable insights.
• You're proficient in PowerPoint and Microsoft Word, helping you craft compelling presentations and documents.
• Your analytical and critical thinking abilities are exceptional, enabling you to solve complex problems and think outside the box.
• You excel in interpersonal communication, both verbal and written, making it easy for you to collaborate and share ideas.
• You are detail-oriented and excel at prioritizing tasks, adapting quickly to changing needs, responsibilities, and environments.
• You work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• You are comfortable navigating ambiguity and thrive in dynamic environments.

Once here, you'll: 

• Conduct financial valuations of potential acquisition targets, including in-depth financial analysis of quality of earnings, normalization adjustments, and estimation of synergies
• Develop and manage advanced Excel financial models (“databooks”) to evaluate acquisition opportunities.
• Organize and maintain virtual data rooms to ensure seamless document flow and communication both internally and externally
• Participate in buy-side transaction due diligence, reviewing target information to uncover potential risks and opportunities.
• Assist in preparing expressions of interest and letters of intent that effectively communicate our intentions.
• Contribute to creating investment presentations for Senior Leadership and the Board, helping to communicate key insights and strategies.
• Collaborate with internal diligence and post-merger integration teams to ensure smooth execution throughout the deal process.
• Work with external legal and financial advisors on transactions, as needed, to ensure all aspects are covered.
• Support the overall management and organization of deal files.
• Take on additional ad hoc financial analysis and contributing to the team’s success.

Want to get to know each other better? Send your resume our way.