AVP Corporate Development Associate

Lockton; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance brokerage firm is seeking an Assistant Vice President of Corporate Development to lead its M&A and investment strategy. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in M&A, a strong ability to influence stakeholders, and advanced financial modeling skills. This is a full-time role based in London, where you'll support cross-border transactions and collaborate across teams. An advanced degree or certifications are preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Experience in M&A, corporate development, investment banking, or strategy consulting.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Advanced skills in modeling and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of cross-border M&A strategic investments.
• Develop financial models to assess deal structure.
• Conduct analyses of target company financials and performance.
• Orchestrate due diligence processes across teams and advisors.
• Prepare investment summaries and executive presentations.
• Collaborate on negotiation of transaction documentation.
• Support post-close integration planning.
• Monitor and report on investment performance.

Skills

M&A expertise

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaborative mindset

Professional discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or related field

Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., ACA, CFA, MBA)

Job description

Overview

Lockton Companies is seeking a high-impact strategically minded Assistant Vice President of Corporate Development to join its newly established global Corporate Development team. This pivotal role reflects Lockton's expanding international footprint and ambitious inorganic growth agenda.

Based in London the AVP will serve as a key architect of Lockton's global M&A and investment strategy partnering with senior leaders across regions to identify evaluate and execute transformative transactions.

Role Responsibilities

• Support the execution of cross-border M&A strategic investments and partnerships aligned with Lockton's long-term vision.
• Develop sophisticated financial models to assess deal structure valuation return metrics and scenario planning.
• Conduct deep-dive analyses of target company financials operational performance and strategic fit.
• Orchestrate comprehensive due diligence processes across internal teams (Legal Tax Finance HR IT Operations) and external advisors.
• Prepare high-impact investment summaries and executive presentations for senior leadership and board-level stakeholders.
• Collaborate in the negotiation of transaction documentation alongside legal finance and business unit leaders.
• Support post-close integration planning and execution to ensure seamless value realization.
• Monitor and report on investment performance providing actionable insights to executive leadership.
• Collaborate in the development / refining of the Corporate Development functions infrastructure including workflows diligence templates and SOPs.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and maintain intelligence on key players and emerging opportunities in Lockton's strategic sectors.

Candidate Profile

Your knowledge and expertise :

• Demonstrable experience in M&A corporate development investment banking private equity transaction advisory or strategy consulting.
• Proven ability to build trust and influence across senior business stakeholders.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills (DCF comps precedent transactions).
• Exceptional communication skills with a track record of producing executive-level materials.
• Highly organized detail-oriented and adept at managing multiple priorities in a dynamic global environment.
• Collaborative mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Global perspective and comfort operating across time zones and cultures.
• Unwavering professionalism discretion and sound judgment.

Education / Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics Business or a related field.
• Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g. ACA CFA MBA) preferred but not required.

Additional Information

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1