Corporate Development Analyst

Entrust; Shakopee (MN); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Entrust in Minnesota is seeking a Corporate Development Analyst to evaluate growth opportunities and support M&A, venture investments, joint ventures, and strategic initiatives. You will build financial models, conduct market research, and prepare materials for senior leadership decisions.

This role suits a highly analytical, detail-oriented professional with a foundation in corporate finance or related fields. Flexible work options include remote, hybrid, or on-site engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in investment banking (M&A preferred), corporate development, or other related finance role
• Solid understanding of financial statements, accounting fundamentals, and valuation methodologies (DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions, and returns analysis)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with strong working knowledge of PowerPoint and Word
• Ability to build accurate, well-structured financial and operating models and translate results into clear business recommendations
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare and present materials for senior stakeholders
• Must be able to lawfully work within the US and have unrestricted work authorization for US

Responsibilities

• Build financial models that help evaluate M&A, venture investment, joint venture, and strategic growth opportunities.
• Assess financial and operational impact, including synergies, cash flow implications, capital requirements, and key value drivers.
• Research industries, markets, companies, and competitors to help identify, screen, and evaluate potential opportunities.
• Contribute to the transaction process from initial evaluation and due diligence through structuring, closing, and post-investment tracking.
• Partner with internal teams and external advisors to support due diligence, financial analysis, and issue identification.
• Create clear, executive-ready investment memoranda, presentations, business profiles, and analytical materials for senior leaders and investment committees.
• Bring ownership, intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, and strong attention to detail while growing your responsibility and impact over time.
• Demonstrate ownership, intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, and strong attention to detail while taking on increased responsibility over time.

Skills

Financial modeling

M&A / corporate development

Market research

Strategic analysis

Financial statements & valuation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

2+ years in investment banking or corporate development

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Join us at Entrust

At Entrust, we’re shaping the future of identity centric security solutions. From our comprehensive portfolio of solutions to our flexible, global workplace, we empower careers, foster collaboration, and build solutions that help keep the world moving safely.

At Entrust, we’re shaping the future of identity centric security solutions. From our comprehensive portfolio of solutions to our flexible, global workplace, we empower careers, foster collaboration, and build solutions that help keep the world moving safely.

Get to Know Us

Headquartered in Minnesota, Entrust is an industry leader in identity-centric security solutions, serving over 150 countries with cutting-edge, scalable technologies. But our secret weapon? Our people. It’s the curiosity, dedication, and innovation that drive our success and help us anticipate the future.

Position Overview

Join Entrust as a Corporate Development Analyst and play a key role in evaluating growth opportunities that help shape the company’s strategic direction. In this role, you will support M&A, venture investment transactions, joint ventures, and enterprise-wide strategic initiatives by building financial models, conducting market and company research, evaluating potential opportunities, and preparing material that inform and influence senior leadership decisions.

This is an opportunity for a highly analytical, curious, and detail-oriented professional to apply a strong foundation in corporate finance, investment banking, private equity, venture capital, equity research, or a related analytical environment. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex business problems, translating financial and market data into actionable insights, and working in high-visibility environment with exposure to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Build financial models that help evaluate M&A, venture investment, joint venture, and strategic growth opportunities.
• Assess financial and operational impact, including synergies, cash flow implications, capital requirements, and key value drivers.
• Research industries, markets, companies, and competitors to help identify, screen, and evaluate potential opportunities.
• Contribute to the transaction process from initial evaluation and due diligence through structuring, closing, and post-investment tracking.
• Partner with internal teams and external advisors to support due diligence, financial analysis, and issue identification.
• Create clear, executive-ready investment memoranda, presentations, business profiles, and analytical materials for senior leaders and investment committees.
• Bring ownership, intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, and strong attention to detail while growing your responsibility and impact over time.
• Demonstrate ownership, intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, and strong attention to detail while taking on increased responsibility over time.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in investment banking (M&A preferred), corporate development, or other related finance role
• Solid understanding of financial statements, accounting fundamentals, and valuation methodologies (DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions, and returns analysis)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with strong working knowledge of PowerPoint and Word
• Ability to build accurate, well-structured financial and operating models and translate results into clear business recommendations
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare and present materials for senior stakeholders
• Must be able to lawfully work within the US and have unrestricted work authorization for US

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to mergers and acquisitions, venture investments, joint ventures or other corporate development activities.
• Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.

What to Expect

• Career Growth: Whether you’re a budding developer or a seasoned expert, we’re invested in your professional journey. With learning-forward initiatives and exciting challenges, your growth is our priority.
• Flexibility: Life is all about balance. Whether you’re remote, hybrid, or on-site, we offer flexible options that fit your lifestyle.
• Collaboration: Here, your voice matters. Our teams thrive on sharing ideas, brainstorming solutions, and working together to build a better tomorrow.

We believe in securing identities—but it doesn’t stop there. At Entrust, we’re passionate about valuing all identities. Our culture is built on diversity, inclusion, and respect. From unconscious bias training for our leaders to global affinity groups that connect colleagues across the globe, we’re creating a community where everyone is encouraged to be themselves.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re excited by the prospect of innovating, growing your career, and collaborating in a dynamic environment, Entrust is the place for you. Join us in making a difference. Let’s build a more secure world—together.

Compensation Range

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $92,921-$136,285 per year (in the primary posting location). Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location, education, skills and experience. This position is also eligible for the company’s discretionary annual incentive plan. In addition to your pay, Entrust offers eligible colleagues and their dependents comprehensive health and well-being programs which include medical, vision, dental, a generous 401(k) matching contribution, life and disability insurance, mental health coaching, virtual fitness programs, paid personal time off plus 12 paid holidays, parental leave and education reimbursement. Please speak with the recruiter for more details. Note: Benefit and Compensation programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Entrust has the right to end, suspend or amend any of its plans at any time in whole or in part.

For US Roles, Or Where Applicable

Entrust is an EEO/AA/Disabled/Veterans Employer

For Canadian Roles, Or Where Applicable

Entrust values diversity and inclusion and we are committed to building a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and innovative ideas. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, and we strive to provide an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities.

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