Corporate Development Manager en Valsoft Corporation

Description

Aspire Software is looking for a talented, versatile, and passionate Corporate Development Manager to continue our global expansion. The Corporate Development Manager will work in an extremely entrepreneurial environment and will be responsible for building relationships with software business owners, brokers, and the like, with the ultimate goal of capital deployment and investment. You will be representing an established M&A team, utilizing salesmanship and charisma for business development activities, and also have analytical and financial acumen to assess potential opportunities. This is an incredible opportunity to manage, invest and deploy large capital at an extremely fast pace.  

Location: Hybrid preferred in New York or Tampa, Florida. For candidates outside NY or FL, remote option is available too.

About Valsoft 

At Valsoft, our mission is to acquire and nurture vertical software businesses that deliver mission-critical solutions in their niche markets. Since our founding in 2015, we've acquired over 130 businesses, and our global family now comprises more than 4,000 employees across 20+ countries. Our unique model fosters an environment of rapid growth, providing you with unparalleled opportunities to shape your career.  

About Aspire Software 

Aspire Software, an operating group of Valsoft Corporation, acquires, builds, and grows vertical market software companies around the world. Each brand operates with entrepreneurial autonomy while benefiting from shared expertise, leadership, and collaboration across our global portfolio. 

Job Responsibilities 

• Identify M&A targets that align with Aspire Software's growth objectives, aiming to generate $200M+ in buyable revenue opportunities per quarter.  

• Employ a proactive approach, reaching out to potential targets through various channels, conducting exploratory calls, and fostering relationships with owners and sell-side advisors.  

• Evaluate and assess target acquisitions against Aspire Software's criteria, and determine realistic valuation expectations.  

• Conduct a preliminary pre-acquisition assessment encompassing both commercial and financial aspects in collaboration with the team.  

• Perform other related duties as assigned.  

Our Ideal Hire  

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.  

• 4-6 years of experience in corporate development or M&A within a capital market setting.  

• Strong business development and financial analysis skills, including building financial models.  

• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.  

• MBA or CFA (asset)  

• Familiarity with a buy and build model and experience/knowledge in VMS or software (asset).  

• Demonstrated thirst for learning about different businesses in diverse industries.  

• Possesses a growth mindset, consistently seeking personal and process improvement.  

• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain genuine, long-term relationships.  

• Entrepreneurial mindset, capable of independently navigating challenges and setting up operations in new countries.  

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the potential to build, grow, and manage a local team in the future.  

Compensation Range: The salary range for this role is between USD 80,000 to USD 100,000 plus bonus. OTE ~ USD 160,000-180,000

Why Choose Us  

• Join a company that's acquired 130+ businesses since 2015 (23 in 2025), offering fast-paced career development.  

• Lead global expansion efforts, directly shaping the future of mission-critical software businesses.  

• Seize the potential to not only manage but also build and grow an M&A team in the future. Aspire Software is committed to providing an environment where ambitious professionals can shape their career trajectory.  

• Join our dynamic environment where innovation, strategic thinking, and collaboration are the pillars of success. Your contributions will directly impact Aspire Software’s growth trajectory as we continue to expand our global footprint.