Job Description

We’re searching for a Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). This is a hybrid role based out of our Surrey, BC head office. Are you searching for new possibilities?
Are you a strategic finance professional who enjoys uncovering opportunities, solving complex problems, and seeing deals through from start to finish? At Westland, we're looking for a Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions to join our team. In this role, you'll play a key part in shaping Westland's growth strategy by leading financial analysis, valuations, due diligence, and transaction execution for acquisitions across Canada. If you're analytical, collaborative, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are excited to make a meaningful impact at a company that invests in your growth, we'd love to hear from you.
Expected Compensation:  The expected hiring range for this role is $110,400 to $138,000 based on a 40 hour work week. Actual offered salary will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as market conditions for the role, and internal equity.
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.
Discover what’s possible, with Westland.

The Westland story is all about growth - and that includes acquisition growth. Every day, we prove that building a great business means investing in communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. As we continue to expand, we’re inviting talented professionals like you to help power our next chapter.
As Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions, 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.
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Why you'll love Westland:

• An open, flexible and welcoming workplace
• Plenty of opportunities to grow and learn
• Autonomy to own your own success
• Be part of our inclusive culture, alongside an extraordinarily talented community of people with a wide variety of backgrounds

Why we’ll love You:

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• You have earned your CPA designation (CFA, CBV designations will be considered a strong asset)
• You bring 5+ 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

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You belong here
We strive to be much more than a great place to work. Here, you join a collective of incredibly vibrant, purpose driven, and open-minded people. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. You will be supported and respected for who you are and for the voice you add to the conversation.

At Westland, you will feel the power of community. Westland Insurance Ltd. is an inclusive organization that values diversity in its workforce. We listen, champion equity and diversity, and create safe welcoming spaces where everyone has a voice and is free to be themselves. Westland Insurance Ltd. encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at careers@westlandinsurance.ca