Associate, Corporate Development

6 days ago

Calgary, Canada Parkland Full time

At Parkland, our purpose is to Power Journeys & Energize Communities. We are a prominent independent supplier and marketer of fuel and petroleum products and a leading convenience store operator. As One Parkland team, we proudly serve diverse retail, commercial and wholesale customers across Canada, the United States, the Caribbean region, and South America. We power a growing family of locally known brands including M&M Food Market, Fas Gas Plus, Pioneer, RaceTrac, Superpumper, Ultramar, Chevron, Esso, and ON the RUN.

We recognize that diversity gives us an edge and inclusion propels us forward. We're also a passionate team of down-to-earth achievers, committed to getting our customers, colleagues and communities further, faster. As such, we welcome talented individuals that have a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and industry experience who will contribute to the success of our One Parkland team.

Position Title: Associate, Corporate Development

Team and Location: Corporate Development - Calgary, AB

Corporate Development Team

The Corporate Development group is a team of high impact professionals who play an integral role in supporting Parkland's acquisition and divestment strategy (completed over 35 transactions for total consideration of more than $7.5 billion since 2016). Professionals on the Corporate Development team have joined Parkland from leading private equity firms, investment banks, management consulting firms, and accounting firms. We are recruiting for a talented and motivated team member who wants to have an impact on the organization while working with a group that has considerable experience in investment analysis, finance, corporate development, and integration/separation.

Position Summary:

As a member of the Corporate Development team, the successful candidate will develop analytical frameworks/models, provide clear financial and operational analysis, conduct due diligence, and generate insights to support Parkland's current and future acquisition and divestment opportunities and other value creation initiatives. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with members of Parkland's Senior Leadership Team and gain significant experience and exposure to initiatives that are central to the long-term growth and success of the Company.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct research and analysis into a variety of strategic issues, value creation and acquisition/divestment opportunities.
  • Provide project management leadership, analytical support, problem solve and manage key due diligence work streams.
  • Work closely with business units to build strong working relationships across the organization to draw information and knowledge.
  • Complete valuations of potential opportunities by applying the appropriate frameworks, business valuation principles and best practices.
  • Synthesize, prepare and present investment recommendations for approval by Parkland's Senior Leadership Team and Board of Directors.
  • Support the Corporate Development team on broader strategic corporate initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • You are highly motivated, curious and possess a desire to learn.
  • You are focused on delivering high quality work and pay attention to detail.
  • You possess strong skills in financial modeling related to mergers, acquisitions and divestments.
  • You have highly developed verbal and written communication skills to enable you to thrive in a challenging and exciting work environment.
  • You have exceptional interpersonal skills and strong team orientation, balanced with the ability to work autonomously on projects and initiatives.
  • You are a creative and analytical thinker who is self-driven and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

Education & Experience

  • 3 or more years of relevant work experience in an analytical role. Consideration will be given to candidates with diverse experience in deal advisory and consulting services, such as: investment banking, private equity, valuations, financial due diligence, integration and separation or legal.
  • An MBA, CFA, CBV, and / or CA or other advanced degree preferred.
  • Financial or accounting degree (eg. MBA, CA, CFA) or other advanced technical degree (eg. Math, Engineering).
  • Previous experience in downstream oil and gas marketing would be considered an asset, but is not a requirement.

We Offer:

  • Our Performance-based Annual Incentive Plan, an annual bonus awarding your performance.
  • A share in our success through the Employee Share Purchase Plan and 100% company matching.
  • A flexible group benefit plan that offers health and dental coverage choices to meet the needs of each unique employee. Inclusive of life and disability insurances, Health Care and Lifestyle Spending options, and a supportive Employee and Family Assistance Program.
  • Participation in Parkland Pledge, an employee-driven charitable giving program.
  • An employee referral program - earn up to $2000 for your referral.
  • In-house learning and development opportunities, leadership training, international opportunities.
  • Discount Programs and Educational Scholarship Programs for family members.
  • Save on gas at our participating gas stations across Canada (Chevron, Fas Gas, Ultramar, and Pioneer).
  • A safety focused work environment and ongoing safety training.

Please note:

  • Candidates must be legally able to work in Canada at this time. Parkland regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas.
  • Parkland Corporation is committed to the principles of Employment Equity. We strive to provide accessibility in employment to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. Parkland Corporation will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability, please notify us upon scheduling your interview.
  • Please note that final candidates for this position will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check which may include but not be limited to educational, criminal, credit, drug and alcohol and/or Fitness for Duty testing.

This position will close on July 4, 2024.

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