Business Development Specialist, M&A

Job Overview:

Our Public Sector Group (PSG) is seeking an experienced Business Development professional to work closely with PSG’s Senior Management team in continuing the company’s success in mergers and acquisition (M&A) activity.

Reporting to the Director Corporate Development, this position will play a key role in identifying and screening qualified acquisition opportunities.

The ideal candidate is a true people-person, someone who is inherently self-motivated and has a passion for developing and maintaining relationships.

Prior business development experience is a key asset.

Knowledge of basic financial literacy and/or a knowledge of software will contribute to your success.

This position is Remote and can be located anywhere in North America.

What your impact will be:


* Support the M&A team in screening and researching potential company targets


* Directly solicit and engage companies for acquisition; cold call, and qualify target companies to ensure they meet our investment profile


* Maintain relationships with PSG’s existing network of acquisition targets through frequent telephone calls and e-mails


* Effectively communicate Harris’ investment strategy, while ensuring that the investment process is handled with care and professionalism


* Track activities and maintain relevant information in Salesforce CRM


* Generate and report on leads, set up qualified appointments and move opportunities through the M&A pipeline


* Some travel required (