Associate Director, Corporate Development

Jobtailor; Dearborn (MI, MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Motor Company seeks a Corporate Development professional to shape global investments and partnerships, including acquisitions and joint ventures, leading cross-functional teams and due diligence. You will oversee financial modeling, transaction valuation, and negotiation of terms, drafting memorandums for senior management and Ford's Board, while maintaining industry knowledge and relationships.

Requires 5–7+ years in Investment Banking/Strategy, MBA preferred, automotive/tech exposure a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 5-7+ years in Investment Banking, Transaction Advisory or Corporate Development.
• 5-7+ years of financial analytical experience.
• MBA preferred.
• Automotive/technology experience preferred.
• Experience in multi-national corporate settings and cross-functional projects.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic investment evaluation and partnership development.
• Oversee financial modeling and transaction valuation analyses.
• Direct due diligence with target executives and advisors.
• Manage cross-functional teams and project execution.
• Prepare memorandums and presentations for senior management and Ford's Board.

Skills

Strategic Investment Evaluation

Financial Analytical Skills

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Transaction Valuation Analysis

Negotiation of Transaction Terms

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA

Tools

Financial Modeling

Due Diligence

Shareholder Value Analysis

Cost and Revenue Synergy Monitoring

Risk Management

Job description

• Shape Ford's strategic investment and partnership activity globally, including acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic alliances
• Evaluate and execute strategic investments and partnerships aligned with Ford's broader strategy
• Lead cross-functional teams and project management activities
• Lead due diligence with target executive teams, outside advisors, and internal subject matter experts
• Oversee detailed financial models and transaction valuation analyses
• Contribute to negotiation of transaction terms and legal documentation
• Create memorandums and presentations for senior management, C-level executives, and Ford's Board of Directors
• Maintain relationships with macroeconomic advisers, management consultants, accounting firms, and investment banks
• Enhance Corporate Development information sources, knowledge repositories, and processes
• Develop and maintain industry and competitive knowledge
• Apply shareholder value analysis to decisions and post-acquisition integration, including cost and revenue synergy monitoring
• Build risk management capabilities and incorporate what-if, scenario, and contingency planning
• Contribute to team member development and collaboration with skill teams and business units

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• 5-7+ years of experience in Investment Banking, Transaction Advisory Services, strategic management consulting and/or Corporate Development activities
• 5-7+ years of experience exhibiting exceptional financial analytical skills
• Master’s in Business Administration degree preferred
• Preference for automotive/technology experience during career
• Exposure to multiple companies and business models
• Experience in a multi-national corporate setting preferred
• Experience working on cross-functional and multi-department enterprise-wide projects
• Ability to operate independently under pressure with attention to detail
• Experience leading teams
• Ability to delegate effectively, manage performance, and develop others
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in strategic investment evaluation, partnership development, and financial analysis within a corporate development context. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex projects, and enhance organizational knowledge and processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Strategic Investment Evaluation
• Financial Analytical Skills
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Transaction Valuation Analysis
• Negotiation of Transaction Terms

Hard Skills

• Financial Modeling
• Due Diligence
• Shareholder Value Analysis
• Cost and Revenue Synergy Monitoring
• Risk Management
• Scenario Planning
• Transaction Advisory Services
• Corporate Development
• Strategic Management Consulting
• Investment Banking

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail
• Team Development
• Delegation
• Performance Management
• Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master’s in Business Administration

Industry Keywords

• Automotive
• Technology
• Multi-National Corporate Setting
• Macroeconomic Advisers
• Management Consultants
• Accounting Firms
• Investment Banks