Manager - M&A Business Development

Responsibilities

• Develop strong understanding of assigned MENA markets, including technology ecosystems and business environments
• Identify B2B software companies fitting acquisition criteria, including vertical market software and enterprise vendors
• Conduct in-depth market research, vertical mapping, and competitive landscape analysis
• Maintain tracking of sourcing activity, outreach progress, and deal pipeline movement
• Provide country-level insights and ecosystem intelligence to support regional expansion strategy
• Support day-to-day sourcing operations, including database building and meeting coordination

Requirements

• 5-7+ years of relevant experience, ideally at a tier one management consulting firm, private equity, or investment bank
• Prior experience in a business development or market-facing role with a track record of lead generation
• Strong existing industry network in the country of residence/coverage
• Undergraduate Degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field
• Ability to establish credibility with senior business leaders
• Fluency in English and the relevant local language (Arabic for Arabic-speaking markets, Turkish for Turkey)

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, MBA, CA, CPA, ACCA, or ACA qualification
• Experience with CRM tools, pipeline tracking, and reporting
• Financial analysis, modelling, diligence, or transaction execution experience

About the Company

As a subsidiary of CSI, Contour Software serves as a dedicated Global Centre, housing employees and teams for more than 150 Divisional and Corporate departments, implementing and renewing enterprise systems globally.