Director M&A - Business Development

Responsibilities

• Create and execute the MENA M&A sourcing strategy, identifying priority markets and target verticals
• Build long-term relationships with owners of vertical market software businesses, bankers, and venture capital communities in MENA
• Conduct in-depth market research, vertical mapping, and competitive landscape analysis
• Maintain tracking of sourcing activity, outreach progress, and deal pipeline via dashboards and reports
• Support the acquisition cycle from opportunity evaluation and financial modelling to due diligence
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate newly acquired businesses using CSI best practices

Requirements

• 8-10+ years of relevant experience, ideally with 5+ years at a tier-one management consulting firm, private equity, or investment bank
• Demonstrated ability to generate leads and maintain a long-term pipeline in a market-facing role
• Strong existing network of founders, executives, and investors within the MENA region
• Deep understanding of the MENA business and technology landscape
• Undergraduate degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field
• Ability to work independently in a build-from-scratch environment with shifting priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA, PMP, CA, CPA, ACCA, or ACA qualification
• Experience with CRM tools and pipeline reporting
• Experience in financial analysis, modelling, or transaction execution

About the Company

Constellation Software Inc. is a global acquirer and long-term owner of vertical market software businesses. Its subsidiary, Contour Software, serves as a dedicated Global Centre supporting over 150 divisional and corporate departments globally.