Head of Corporate Development

Cielo Talent; Uxbridge; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the parking industry as the Head of Corporate Development, driving growth through strategic acquisitions and optimizing capital allocation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate development, investment banking, or private equity, with a focus on innovative growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Access to leadership opportunities and professional development.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, or private equity.
• Proven track record of successfully executing M&A transactions.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead identification and evaluation of strategic acquisition targets.
• Present investment opportunities to executive leadership.
• Manage comprehensive due diligence processes.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Valuation

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

MBA preferred

Job description

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APCOA is Europe's leading parking operator, managing over 12,000 locations across 12 countries. As we transform from traditional parking provider to urban mobility hub operator, we're seeking exceptional talent to drive our financial strategy and performance.

Job Description

The Head of Corporate Development will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic acquisition opportunities and investment initiatives to accelerate the company's growth objectives. This role will lead all aspects of the M&A process while serving as a key member of the Investment Committee to shape the company's capital allocation strategy.

The ideal candidate will possess a proactive mindset and strong understanding of the competitive landscape in the parking and mobility industry, constantly assessing acquisition opportunities and strategic land or parking asset deals. Experience in infrastructure, real estate, car rental, or hospitality (e.g. hotels) is highly valued. Familiarity with private equity firms that manage real estate clients is also of interest.

A Snapshot of Your Day

• Leading the identification and evaluation of strategic acquisition targets in the parking and mobility industry
• Presenting compelling investment opportunities to executive leadership and the board
• Collaborating with the Investment Committee to shape capital allocation decisions
• Negotiating deal terms with potential acquisition targets and their representatives
• Building relationships with industry contacts, investment banks, and private equity firms

How You'll Make an Impact

• Drive company growth through strategic acquisitions that expand our market presence
• Shape our long-term strategic direction by identifying transformative opportunities
• Optimize our portfolio through thoughtful capital allocation and investment decisions
• Lead comprehensive due diligence processes to ensure successful transactions
• Manage integration planning to capture maximum value from acquisitions

What You Bring

• 10+ years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, or private equity
• Proven track record of successfully executing M&A transactions from identification through integration
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills with experience in deal structuring
• Experience in infrastructure, real estate, car rental, or hospitality sectors
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related field (MBA preferred)
• Excellent negotiation skills and ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders
• Knowledge of parking industry dynamics, technology trends, and key players (preferred)
• Experience working with or within PE firms that manage real estate portfolios (a plus)

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to shape and influence the brand strategy of a leading company in the parking industry.
• Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a focus on innovation and growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Access to leadership opportunities and professional development.

APCOA is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development

• Industries

  Real Estate and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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