M&A Research Associate
Contour Software
Date: 8 hours ago
City: Lahore
Contract type: Full time
About Contour
Contour Software
has grown from a dozen people to over 2,000 staff across 3 cities, in less than 14 years
As a subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., we are proud to be part of a global enterprise software conglomerate that has grown to become one of the top 10 software companies in the world, with employees and customers in 100+ countries. With a broad-based and ever-growing portfolio of market-leading, vertical-market enterprise solutions covering more than 100 industry domains in predominantly mature markets, CSI's recipe creates the perfect environment for professionals to build fulfilling, long-term careers
What started as an R&D & Accounting back-office, has progressed into a full-service Global Centre serving all functions and departments, at the divisional as well as operating group/corporate level. Today Contour employees, located in Karachi, Lahore & Islamabad, are serving CSI divisions located in time zones spanning the globe, from Sydney to Vancouver. With the global growth of Constellation as the wind in our sails, we are only just getting started! The Division:
Perseus, an operating group of Constellation Software Inc., acquires, manages, and builds software businesses that provide specialized, mission-critical software solutions. Perseus companies seek to become leaders in their markets by improving their operations, growing through organic initiatives, and seeking acquisitions that can strengthen their market position.
The M&A Department has the mandate to increase Perseus' foothold in each of these domains, as well as achieve inorganic growth in other verticals.
Job Responsibilities:
Conduct industry and competitive research to identify vertical market software businesses that meet our strategic criteria and specific metrics (our investment profile, based on Vertical, Location)
For businesses that meet our investment profile, identify key contacts and contact details, thus creating target lists for the Marketing and Business Development Team
Make recommendations to the Business Development Team to pursue new targets and enter new and adjacent markets, based on our aggressive appetite for accelerated growth.
Work in collaboration with a marketing team to drive desired M&A strategic outcomes, providing relevant reporting & KPI's on projects/campaigns.
Other special projects as required.
Job Qualifications:
Demonstratable and committed success in prior research-led role.
Competent Excel skills and IT literate.
Experience or willingness to learn web scraping is a bonus.
Prior experience of the using CRM systems is desirable such as Zoho, Hubspot or Salesforce
Experience within a business setting
Working Hours:
This is an afternoon shift i.e. 1 pm till 10 pm (Pakistan Standard Time) Exciting Benefits we offer:
In our continuous effort to promote inclusivity, we extend our commitment to individuals with special needs by providing reasonable accommodations. We actively encourage qualified individuals with special needs to apply for the various openings within our company. Should you require assistance in completing the application process or have any inquiries regarding special facilities, please do not hesitate to contact our HR team. Your unique talents and abilities are welcomed and valued here.
As a subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., we are proud to be part of a global enterprise software conglomerate that has grown to become one of the top 10 software companies in the world, with employees and customers in 100+ countries. With a broad-based and ever-growing portfolio of market-leading, vertical-market enterprise solutions covering more than 100 industry domains in predominantly mature markets, CSI's recipe creates the perfect environment for professionals to build fulfilling, long-term careers
What started as an R&D & Accounting back-office, has progressed into a full-service Global Centre serving all functions and departments, at the divisional as well as operating group/corporate level. Today Contour employees, located in Karachi, Lahore & Islamabad, are serving CSI divisions located in time zones spanning the globe, from Sydney to Vancouver. With the global growth of Constellation as the wind in our sails, we are only just getting started! The Division:
Perseus, an operating group of Constellation Software Inc., acquires, manages, and builds software businesses that provide specialized, mission-critical software solutions. Perseus companies seek to become leaders in their markets by improving their operations, growing through organic initiatives, and seeking acquisitions that can strengthen their market position.
The M&A Department has the mandate to increase Perseus' foothold in each of these domains, as well as achieve inorganic growth in other verticals.
Job Responsibilities:
Conduct industry and competitive research to identify vertical market software businesses that meet our strategic criteria and specific metrics (our investment profile, based on Vertical, Location)
For businesses that meet our investment profile, identify key contacts and contact details, thus creating target lists for the Marketing and Business Development Team
Make recommendations to the Business Development Team to pursue new targets and enter new and adjacent markets, based on our aggressive appetite for accelerated growth.
Work in collaboration with a marketing team to drive desired M&A strategic outcomes, providing relevant reporting & KPI's on projects/campaigns.
Other special projects as required.
Job Qualifications:
Demonstratable and committed success in prior research-led role.
Competent Excel skills and IT literate.
Experience or willingness to learn web scraping is a bonus.
Prior experience of the using CRM systems is desirable such as Zoho, Hubspot or Salesforce
Experience within a business setting
Working Hours:
This is an afternoon shift i.e. 1 pm till 10 pm (Pakistan Standard Time) Exciting Benefits we offer:
- Market-leading Salary
- Medical Coverage – Self & Dependents
- Parents Medical Coverage
- Provident Fund
- Employee Performance-based bonuses
- Home Internet Subsidy
- Conveyance Allowance
- Profit Sharing Plan [Tenured Employees Only]
- Life Benefit
- Child Care Facility
- Company Provided Lunch/Dinner
- Professional Development Budget
- Recreational area for in-house games
- Sporadic On-shore training opportunities
- Friendly work environment
- Leave Encashment
In our continuous effort to promote inclusivity, we extend our commitment to individuals with special needs by providing reasonable accommodations. We actively encourage qualified individuals with special needs to apply for the various openings within our company. Should you require assistance in completing the application process or have any inquiries regarding special facilities, please do not hesitate to contact our HR team. Your unique talents and abilities are welcomed and valued here.
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