Is this M&A position relevant enough to get into an IB?

I was just wondering what anyones thoughts are on this type of job description for someone who wants to get into investment banking as an analyst or associate. I already have an a MBA. Just wanted to know if this would be relevant experience or does it just sound like a sales job. It doesn't sound like there is any finance going on in this role but I have an opportunity to speak with the recruiter and hear more about the position. This isnt a role in a bank. Its a computer software company.

(As an important member of our M&A team, you will drive our acquisition activities by sourcing and executing acquisitions of vertical-market-software companies by:

Creatively identifying vertical market software businesses meeting our strategic criteria and specific metrics Maintaining and building a proprietary database of industry contacts Developing and conducting prospecting campaigns through email, outbound calling and in-person meetings Gathering, analyzing and presenting target company information Engaging shareholders and financial advisors in a meaningful dialogue on corporate growth and shareholder liquidity Assist the later stages of the process as appropriate: drafting letters of intent, conducting due diligence You will have an opportunity to add value through the entire M&A cycle, working with a driven, high-energy M&A team and senior leaders within our organization. We offer a unique opportunity to build your career in the software industry.)

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