" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eDirector, Business Development\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"17388\"\u003e Business Development \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"17390\"\u003e Ontario \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"17442\"\u003e Toronto \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"17391\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 22/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCompany Profile\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur client is a Canadian Private Equity-backed operator and asset manager of resorts and vacation properties. The company offers team members a wonderful environment in which to work, continued support, growth and development opportunities, competitive financial packages with accommodation included!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur client is seeking an accomplished, entrepreneurial and commercially minded Business Development Director (BDD) to lead the organization\u0026rsquo;s acquisition strategy and identify opportunities to build and expand\u003cbr\u003eits resort portfolio across Canada.\u003cbr\u003eThis is a highly strategic and execution-oriented role for an individual with significant M\u0026amp;A transaction experience who can identify attractive acquisition opportunities, develop relationships with owners and intermediaries, evaluate investment opportunities and lead transactions from initial opportunity through\u003cbr\u003eclosing and transition. The BDD will work closely with the CEO, [Owners/Board] and senior leadership team to develop and execute a disciplined national acquisition strategy, with a focus on acquiring high-quality resort and\u003cbr\u003ehospitality assets that complement our client\u0026rsquo;s existing portfolio and long-term objectives. The intention is for this role to merge into the pathway for CEO in 6-18 months, ultimately having overall responsibility for strategic direction, financial performance, operational excellence and long-term growth.\u003cbr\u003eThis is an opportunity for a dynamic leader to demonstrate an understanding of hospitality and resort operations with exceptional business judgment, customer focus with the desire and ability to build high performing teams.\u003cbr\u003eThe successful candidate will be expected to protect and strengthen the organization\u0026rsquo;s existing reputation while identifying new opportunities to enhance the guest experience, grow revenues, improve profitability and create long-term value for ownership.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis role is designed to offer an effective onboarding path to the CEO role. However, for the first 6-18 months the focus is on understanding the summer resort industry, growing its asset base. The expectations are that the title and compensation will reflect increasing responsibilities to include working with existing operations, finance and accounting teams to offer an even better client experience and ensure consistent financial returns for owners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquisition Strategy \u0026amp; Market Development\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop and execute a national acquisition strategy aligned with the firm\u0026rsquo;s growth objectives.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify, research and prioritize attractive resort, hospitality and related investment opportunities across Canada.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild and maintain a proprietary pipeline of potential acquisition targets.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEstablish relationships with resort owners, investors, brokers, investment bankers, lenders, advisors and other industry stakeholders.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProactively source both marketed and proprietary acquisition opportunities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e M\u0026amp;A Execution\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead transactions from initial contact and preliminary assessment through due diligence, valuation, negotiation, financing, documentation and closing.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConduct detailed financial, operational and commercial analysis of acquisition opportunities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop valuation models, investment cases, transaction structures and recommendations for senior management and the Board.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead negotiations with sellers and their advisors, working alongside legal, accounting, tax, financing and other professional advisors.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinate comprehensive due diligence and identify key commercial, financial, operational and legal risks.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage transaction processes to ensure disciplined execution, appropriate risk management and timely closing.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Post-Acquisition Integration\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork with operational leadership to develop acquisition transition and integration plans.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify opportunities to improve revenue, profitability, operations and guest experience following an acquisition.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrack acquisition performance against the original investment thesis and transaction assumptions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRequirements\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe successful candidate will be an accomplished M\u0026amp;A professional, investment banker, private equity professional, corporate development executive or transaction-focused business leader with a demonstrated record of sourcing and successfully completing acquisitions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExperience in hospitality, resorts, tourism, real estate, leisure or other asset-intensive businesses would be particularly valuable, although outstanding M\u0026amp;A experience in another sector will be considered.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe candidate will bring:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA significant track record of successfully executing M\u0026amp;A transactions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong experience in acquisition sourcing, valuation, financial modelling and transaction structuring.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated ability to originate proprietary acquisition opportunities and develop relationships with business owners.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong negotiation and deal-management capabilities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent financial and commercial judgment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience managing complex due-diligence processes and external advisors.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to assess both quantitative investment fundamentals and qualitative strategic fit.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExceptional communication, relationship-building and influencing skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn entrepreneurial, persistent and results-oriented approach.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"445383\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "