Associate, Mergers and Acquisitions

ABOUT HDL

Based in Toronto, Canada, HDL Capital (“HDL”) is an M&A Advisory team, specializing in arranging transformational transactions for small & mid-market companies in the $5M to $50M+ transaction size range. HDL specializes in Sell-Side M&A, Buy-Side M&A, and Fairness Opinion Advisory services across a range of industries.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

You will be working on the full M&A deal cycle from day one. No sitting in the corner working on the same excel model for weeks on end. We encourage you to take the lead on projects, create/explore new business development initiative, and do whatever you can to grow the firm's business (and your experience base). The M&A Associate will be responsible for supporting the end-to-end M&A process, including conducting financial analyses, performing due diligence, and aiding in the preparation of transaction materials such as presentations and reports. The role also entails building financial models, assisting with market research, and collaborating with senior team members to support client engagement and strategy development.

A TYPICAL DAY FOR THE ASSOCIATE WILL INVOLVE ANY OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Liaising directly with Executives and management teams at current or prospective client companies to gather and organize key operational/financial information
• Critically reviewing CIMs and other presentations and preparing summary briefs with key observations/recommendations
• Developing comprehensive CIMs and Financial models for Sell-Side Mandates
• Carrying out quality of earnings type analysis and reports
• Setting up, populating and managing online data rooms for client mandates
• Researching and reaching out to targets for Sell-Side and Buy-Side mandates, and directly reaching out to leadership at targets (with confidence and professionalism)
• Playing a central role in every aspect of the deal negotiation and transaction closing process.
• Leading or supporting Valuation or Fairness Opinion projects
• Proactively researching and identifying prospective clients in specific industry sectors and actively developing/executing business development programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 years of direct experience in an M&A transaction advisory is required.
• A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting (CPA), Business, or a related field (Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or Chartered Business Valuator designation or equivalent is an asset).
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate financial data and assess market opportunities.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and relevant financial tools and software.
• Proven knowledge of finance, 3-statement financial modelling, and the preparation of financial analyses are essential.
• Effective communication and presentation skills with an ability to collaborate in a team-based environment.
• Proactive attitude, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.

COMPENSATION:

• Base salary of $70K to $90K, PLUS bonus equivalent to 15%+ of base salary (never capped).
• Full health/dental benefits from start date.
• Full time role, with flexibility in work hours and location (work from downtown Toronto offices minimum 3 days per week with ability to work from home up to 2 days per week).
• We are looking for the Associate to roll up their sleeves and contribute meaningfully, with the opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role at HDL over time.

HOW TO APPLY:

All applications will be kept in the strictest of confidence.

Apply via LinkedIn or by emailing resume to [email protected]

Please do not email the team directly.

We will follow up with those candidates that we are interested in meeting.