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Corporate Development Associate (M&A Business Development)

1 day, 3 hours ago
United States
Full-time
Junior
Business Development
Sales and Business Development
Salesforce
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Aspire Software

Aspire Software

Aspire Software specializes in vertical acquisition software, focusing on nurturing, enhancing, and growing a diverse portfolio of businesses by providing them with the necessary resources and expertise to maximize their growth potential.

Internet Software & Services
251-1K
Founded 2016
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Description

  • Conduct detailed market research on vertical market software companies, add-on opportunities, and adjacent markets.
  • Build and continuously refresh target lists using public and proprietary sources.
  • Track industry developments such as acquisition activity, leadership changes, and emerging market trends.
  • Execute multi-channel outreach campaigns via email, LinkedIn, calls, and events to engage founders and executives.
  • Identify and qualify acquisition opportunities that align with Aspire Software’s investment criteria.
  • Build trusted relationships with founders, entrepreneurs, advisors, and intermediaries across the software ecosystem.
  • Conduct introductory conversations with potential sellers to understand their businesses and strategic goals.
  • Maintain accurate CRM records, pipeline reporting, outreach activity logs, and meeting outcomes.
  • Collaborate with the Corporate Development and M&A teams to advance qualified opportunities.
  • Support early-stage evaluation of potential acquisitions, including market positioning, product fit, and ownership dynamics.
  • Coordinate meetings, diligence requests, and internal reviews as opportunities progress.

Requirements

  • 1–4 years of experience in B2B business development, SaaS sales, corporate development, investment banking, consulting, private equity, or venture capital.
  • Exposure to software, SaaS, or technology markets is an asset.
  • Demonstrated ability to generate leads, build relationships, and initiate conversations with senior stakeholders.
  • Comfort engaging with founders and executives.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to clearly articulate an acquisition philosophy and value proposition.
  • Ability to understand business models and interpret financial statements is an asset.
  • Familiarity with basic valuation drivers and acquisition dynamics is an asset.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple parallel opportunities.
  • Experience maintaining structured pipelines in CRM systems, including tools such as Salesforce, LinkedIn, Excel, PowerPoint, and research platforms.
  • Willingness to travel domestically or internationally approximately 10–20% for meetings and industry events.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with a performance-based bonus structure.
  • Opportunity to work within one of the most active software acquirers globally.
  • Direct exposure to software founders, M&A processes, and deal sourcing.
  • Mentorship from experienced corporate development professionals.
  • A fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with significant growth opportunities.

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