Who you are

• 7+ years of experience in M&A, investment banking, corporate development, or venture capital – ideally within the software or tech sectors
• Proven track record of executing complex acquisitions and divestitures
• Strong financial modeling, valuation and business case development skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field; MBA, CA or CFA considered an asset
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours as needed

What the job involves

• OpenText is seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior M&A Manager to join our Corporate Development team
• This role will be a key contributor to the company’s inorganic growth strategy across a $200B+ total addressable market
• You will lead cross-functional teams, assist in managing end-to-end deal execution, and help shape the future of OpenText’s global portfolio
• Leading the full lifecycle of M&A transactions, including sourcing, evaluation, due diligence, negotiation, and integration/divestiture planning
• Building financial models and conducting valuation analyses to support strategic decision-making
• Maintaining a robust pipeline of acquisition targets in collaboration with business unit leaders
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders across Finance, Legal, HR, Product, Sales and Operations to ensure seamless deal execution, post-merger integration or divestiture planning
• Identifying and assessing strategic fit, risks, and synergies of potential targets or divestiture opportunities
• Preparing and presenting investment memos and strategic recommendations to senior leadership
• Maintaining relationships with external advisors, including investment banks, private equity and venture capital firms

Benefits

• Education assistance
• Wellness/fitness reimbursement
• Time off to volunteer