Analyst, Corporate Development

Qualtrics; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading experience management firm is seeking a Corporate Development Associate to support M&A strategies. This role involves deal process support, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and offers mentorship from senior members. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree, have a strong understanding of financial analyses, and enjoy working in a dynamic team environment. The position is based in Seattle, WA, with a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Experience bonus

Wellness reimbursement

30 paid days off

Standard benefits package with free lunches

Creative office design

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant work experience in corporate development, investment banking, or related fields.
• Experience analyzing M&A transactions and performing rigorous financial analyses.
• Demonstrated career progression with increasing responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of the deal process, including sourcing, qualification, and due diligence.
• Assist in strategic transaction planning and developing business cases.
• Conduct holistic analyses to support decision making, including valuation modeling.

Skills

Highly motivated

Excellent problem solver

Strong business acumen

Superb valuation and modeling skills

Effective communicator

Able to handle multiple projects

Education

Undergraduate degree from a top-tier university

Job description

Overview

At Qualtrics, we create software the world’s best brands use to deliver exceptional frontline experiences, build high-performing teams, and design products people love. We are the creators and stewards of the Experience Management category serving over 20,000 clients globally. We are committed to growth, collaboration, and customer success, from retail to government to healthcare. Join over 5,000 people across the globe who think that’s work worth doing.

Corporate Development Associate

Why We Have This Role

As a global leader in experience management, M&A is a key growth vector for Qualtrics. We are looking for an associate to join the Strategy & Corporate Development team. As Corporate Development Associate, you will shape our inorganic strategy and drive our global corporate development efforts.

How You’ll Find Success

• Highly motivated, takes initiative and has the ability to get things done autonomously.
• Excellent problem solver with strong business acumen and a data driven mindset.
• Strong understanding of key software / SaaS business metrics and KPIs.
• Superb valuation and modeling skills, familiarity with accounting principles.
• Effective communicator with strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams and senior leaders.
• Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time without sacrificing work quality.

How You’ll Grow

• Mentorship — learn the ins and outs of corporate development from senior team members.
• Increased responsibility — opportunities to run projects from start to finish and present to senior leaders.
• End-to-end experience — participate in the entire M&A process, from strategy formulation and market mapping to deal execution.
• Exposure — interact with C-level executives and Board members.
• Domain knowledge — understand industry trends, market participants, and competitive dynamics in the experience management and enterprise software markets.

Things You’ll Do

• Support all aspects of the deal process, including sourcing, qualification, financial analyses and modeling, due diligence, closing and integration planning.
• Assist in strategic transaction planning and vetting efforts, gathering input from cross-functional teams and developing insights and business cases for opportunities.
• Partner with the business to identify potential acquisition candidates and articulate their contributions to Qualtrics’ strategic objectives.
• Conduct holistic analyses to support decision making, including TAM/SAM estimates, market landscapes, and valuation modeling.
• Contribute to improving group practices and processes to augment Qualtrics’ M&A competency.

What We’re Looking For On Your Resume

• Undergraduate degree with high academic achievement from a top-tier university.
• 2+ years of relevant work experience, including corporate development, investment banking, equity research, or venture capital/private equity.
• Experience analyzing a wide variety of M&A transactions and performing rigorous financial and valuation analyses.
• Demonstrated career progression with increasing responsibility over time.

What You Should Know About This Team

• We are a small, tight-knit team, and we are thoughtful in how we collaborate.
• We work closely with senior leaders across the business on a daily basis.
• The team is well regarded and the rest of the company values our partnership and expertise.
• We invest in and mentor team members professionally.
• This role will be based out of one of Qualtrics’ HQs (Provo, UT and Seattle, WA).

Our Team’s Favorite Perks and Benefits

• Experience bonus
• Wellness reimbursement
• Office design fostering creativity with rooftop views and an open, collaborative workspace
• 30 paid days off — 15 PTO + 5 Personal Days + 10 Holidays (additional after a year)
• Standard benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, etc.) with snacks, drinks, and free lunches in the office

The Qualtrics Hybrid Work Model

Our hybrid work model: three days in the office per week (Mondays and Thursdays, plus one day chosen by your leader). The remaining days can be worked remotely. Qualtrics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Applicants in the United States have rights under Federal Employment Laws: the Family & Medical Leave Act, Equal Opportunity Employment, and Employee Polygraph Protection Act. Qualtrics is committed to inclusion and providing reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants. If accommodations are needed for the application or interview process, please let your Qualtrics contact know.

For full-time positions, this pay range is for base salary per year and may vary by location, knowledge, education, skills, and experience. A sign-on bonus and restricted stock units may be included. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits, 401(k) with match, paid time off, wellness reimbursement, and an experience bonus. For a detailed look at our benefits, visit Qualtrics US Benefits.

Washington State Annual Pay Transparency Range $88,000 — $131,000 USD