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SVP, M&A CORA

CORA Group - Jonas Software (https://www.thecoragroup.com/)

Remote - Canada

About CORA Group/ Jonas Software

CORA Group (Collective Organization Redefining Advancement) operates as a portfolio within Jonas Software, positioned within North America to the Collection & Recovery, Food Service, Construction, Wine/Retail, Moving & Storage, Loyalty, Legal, and Long-Term Care Pharmacy industries. Adding to its 1400 employees, CORA is continuously expanding through acquisitions. CORA was formally launched in 2022 in order to better position themselves with an emphasis on employee culture while accelerating growth through acquisition and investing in the long-term.

Jonas Software is the leading provider of enterprise management software solutions. Within these vertical markets, Jonas is made up of over 130 distinct brands, which are respected and leaders within their own domain. Jonas’ vision is to be the global leader across the vertical markets and to be recognized by customers and respective industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of ‘Software for Life’ and as an ambassador for technology, product innovation, quality, and customer service.

Together, we are the valued technology partner of over 60,000 customers worldwide in more than 30 countries. Jonas is headquartered in Canada and operates offices throughout North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia New Zealand, and Africa. Jonas is a 100% owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., headquartered in Toronto and traded on the S&P/TSX 60.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the M&A execution function for one of Jonas’ largest groups. Reporting directly to the Group CEO, the SVP, M&A will be responsible for overseeing the successful evaluation, diligence, structuring, negotiation, and closing of acquisitions across global markets.

You will work closely with the broader M&A team, finance, legal, and operational leaders to ensure transactions are executed efficiently and in alignment with Jonas’ long-term investment strategy. This is a high-impact role, ideal for someone with deep transaction experience, strong commercial judgment, and an ability to manage complexity across multiple geographies and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the end-to-end M&A transaction process from evaluation through closing

• Manage and coordinate due diligence across functional areas including legal, financial, tax, HR, and operations

• Build, lead, and develop the M&A execution team across the group, including direct people management, performance accountability, and long-term capability building.

• Build financial models, develop investment memos, and provide recommendations to the executive team

• Lead negotiations on key transaction terms, working closely with legal counsel and internal stakeholders

• Partner with the Portfolio CEOs to assess strategic fit, deal rationale, and integration risks

• Maintain and continuously improve deal execution frameworks, tools, templates, and processes

• Track progress of active transactions and prepare regular reporting for executive leadership

• Work cross-functionally with internal departments and external advisors to ensure seamless execution

• Support post-close handoff to integration teams and ensure a strong close-to-transition process

• Lead special projects and strategic analyses related to acquisitions as needed

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in M&A execution, investment banking, private equity, or corporate development

• Proven ability to manage complex deal processes and multiple transactions simultaneously

• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and deal structuring expertise

• Excellent negotiation, project management, and stakeholder management skills

• High level of accountability, attention to detail, and strategic judgment

• Experience in software or vertical market technology is strongly preferred

• Must be willing to travel internationally as required

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More About Jonas Software:

Jonas Software is a leading provider of enterprise management software solutions, serving a wide range of vertical markets including hospitality, healthcare, construction, education, personal care, fitness, leisure, moving and legal services, to name a few. Within these markets, Jonas is comprised of over 65 distinct brands, each a respected leader in its domain.

Jonas’ vision is to be the branded global leader across these verticals and to be recognized by customers and industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of “Software for Life.” We are committed to technology, product innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service.

Jonas Software supports over 60,000 customers in more than 30 countries. We employ over 6,000 skilled professionals, including industry experts and technology specialists. Across our broader network, we support a global workforce of more than 30,000 employees.

Headquartered in Canada, Jonas Software has a global footprint with offices around the world. We’re a 100% owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., based in Toronto, publicly listed on the TSX (CSU.TO), and a member of the S&P/TSX 60 Index.