Associate Manager, M&A

Yum!; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Yum! Brands is seeking an Associate Manager, M&A to evaluate and execute transactions that shape long-term growth across its brands, including KFC, Taco Bell and Habit Burger Grill.

Reporting to the Director of M&A, the role supports the full transaction lifecycle and partners with senior leaders and external advisors. You will work from the Plano, TX office three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday).

Job description

Who is Yum! Brands?

Ready to make your mark at an iconic global powerhouse? Join Yum! Brands - the parent company behind KFC, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill - be a part of our reinvention for Greater Growth.

We are a culture-driven company where innovation, collaboration, and passion fuel everything we do. We’re seeking talented individuals to make a difference across our global business. Whether you’re just starting out or stepping into leadership, you’ll help shape our future by delivering results that matter and bringing your smart, heart, and courage to the table.

If you’re ready to grow with a company that values curiosity, high performance, and meaningful work—join us. Let’s build the future of Yum! together!

About the Job:

Join Yum!'s Global M&A team and help unlock growth across one of the world's largest restaurant companies. The Associate Manager, M&A evaluates and executes transactions that shape Yum!'s long-term growth strategy, including acquisitions, divestitures, equity investments, and refranchising transactions.

Reporting to the Director of M&A, this role will support the M&A team across the full transaction lifecycle, including acquisitions, divestitures, equity investments, and refranchising initiatives for Yum! and its portfolio of iconic brands: Taco Bell, KFC, and the Habit Burger Grill.

The role includes exposure to leaders throughout the organization aswell as other third-party transaction-related advisors and our world-class franchisees.

You will be required to attend the Plano, TX office three days per week (Tuesday - Thursday).

Salary Range:

$110,500 - $130,000 + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.