Associate Corporate Development

Eurofins USA; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international life sciences company is seeking an Associate for their corporate development team. This role involves managing M&A targets, negotiating deals, and integrating acquired companies. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of finance and valuations. Join a company committed to sustainability and diversity, and support their growth through strategic acquisitions.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years in M&A, audit, consulting, or investment banking.
• Strong understanding of finance and valuations.

Responsibilities

• Manage M&A targets generating $10MM to $50MM in new revenues.
• Negotiate confidentiality agreements and analyze preliminary data.
• Coordinate due diligence and assist in negotiations.

Skills

Analytical

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Finance

MBA or CPA

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

Job Description

Job Summary:

Eurofins’ corporate development team leads the execution of the company’s strategic business and financial goals through merger and acquisition activity across all business lines. Our inorganic growth is a key component of Eurofins’ overall strategy. The company has historically completed several dozen transactions annually on a global basis.

The Associate will manage a complete pipeline of M&A targets in the United States that generate $10MM to $50MM in new revenues annually, with an appropriate return in line with Eurofins’ financial objectives. This is a highly visible role in the organization with direct exposure to, and interaction with, business and corporate leadership.

The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience in corporate development, transaction advisory, investment banking, or private equity.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Sourcing and Strategy:

• Market analysis and identification of potential acquisition targets through lists of accreditations, market rumors, and internal inputs.
• Select targets with business leaders based on strategic relevance and likelihood of success (long list).
• Coordinate information flow between targets, Business Unit, and Eurofins via log-file (long list) and active project list (short list).
• Approach potential targets, check for owner interest/objectives, and sell the Eurofins concept.

M&A Execution:

• Negotiate confidentiality agreements and analyze preliminary data such as confidential information memoranda, management presentations, financial statements, shareholding, and leadership details.
• Evaluate targets with Business Unit leaders and recommend deal structures.
• Advise on transaction process and tactics, interface with targets, shareholders, or advisors, and assist in preparing negotiation documents.
• Coordinate due diligence and external advisors’ activities.
• Assist in negotiations, attend meetings, and review documentation until signing/closing.
• Validate acquisition contracts and prepare recommendations for the investment committee.
• Coordinate deal closing, including financial statements.

Integration of Acquired Companies:

• Set up reporting and communication channels between acquired companies and Eurofins management.
• Support legal reorganization, fiscal and financial optimization.
• Follow-up on post-closing obligations.
• Assist internal counsel with shareholder resolutions.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Finance; MBA or CPA preferred; science background or interest is a plus.
• Strong understanding of finance and valuations.
• 4-6 years in M&A, audit (Big 4), consulting, investment banking, or private equity, preferably with experience in executing M&A strategies for acquisitive companies.
• Knowledge of M&A process (NDA, LOI, DD, SPA).
• Fluency in English; Spanish is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint).

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and business acumen.
• High energy, drive, and eagerness to learn.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership qualities and self-starter attitude.
• Pragmatic, result-driven, and ethical.
• Courage to take initiative and work independently.
• Ability to work with diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Judgment and discretion in significant matters.
• Comfortable in a dynamic, fast-growing environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work during nights/weekends as needed.
• Domestic travel required (15-20%).

Additional Information

We support your development! Don’t hesitate to apply even if you don’t meet 100% of the requirements. Eurofins is committed to your career growth.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins is an Equal Opportunity Employer, prohibiting discrimination based on gender identity/expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other characteristics.

Sustainability matters! We aim for carbon neutrality by 2025, with initiatives to reduce and offset emissions. Our laboratory leaders are encouraged to implement sustainable changes locally, supported by our dedicated team.

Find out more on our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/