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Business Development Manager – M&A Deal Sourcing

Business Development Manager – M&A Deal Sourcing

Vela APXWorkFromHome, Otago, New Zealand
5 hours ago
Job description

Business Development Manager – M&A Deal Sourcing

At Vela APX, we acquire and grow mission-critical software companies. As part of Constellation Software, we back entrepreneurs and operators, helping their businesses thrive long-term.

We’re looking for a Business Development Manager to build out our M&A deal sourcing team in New Zealand. This role is all about building authentic relationships with founders, owners, and advisors, spotting opportunities, nurturing connections, and helping us expand our global portfolio.

We are open to candidates in any NZ location. To be considered, please complete the required case study.

What You’ll Do :

  • Build and nurture a network of CEOs, founders, investors, bankers, and advisors.
  • Qualify new opportunities and keep Salesforce up-to-date with accurate data and intel.
  • Run targeted outreach campaigns via LinkedIn, email, phone, conferences, and face-to-face meetings.
  • Share Vela APX’s acquisition criteria and value proposition with decision makers.
  • Re-engage warm leads and revive stale ones through thoughtful follow-up.
  • Support your team and associates in pipeline growth and tracking.

Who You Are :

  • A natural networker : curious, approachable, and genuinely interested in people and their stories.
  • Experienced in sales or BD working with senior leaders, comfortable sourcing, pitching, and relationship management.
  • Entrepreneurial, self-driven, and reflective : you like testing approaches, learning from data, and refining your style.
  • Commercially sharp with solid investment / financial awareness.
  • Organised and persistent, with the patience to build trust over time.
  • Collaborative : Our values are Fun, Excellence, and Belonging.

    • What You Bring :

  • Well-connected within New Zealand’s technology and software community
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong time management, attention to detail, and analytical thinking.
  • CRM skills.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Business / Economics or related field.
  • Comfort with travel.

    • The Case Study

    Please complete and submit a short case study with your application : Identify 3 businesses that would be a strong fit for Vela APX and write one sentence on why each is a fit.

    Why Join Us?

    You’ll be at the forefront of global M&A in software, working alongside seasoned dealmakers in a supportive, growth-focused culture.

    Vela APX is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

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