Corporate Development Analyst

Discovery Senior Living; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Senior Living in Tampa, FL is seeking a Corporate Development Analyst to support growth initiatives through financial and market analyses for potential acquisitions and partnerships. The role is on-site in Tampa and requires strong analytical and communication skills.

You will build and maintain financial models, prepare investment memos, perform due diligence, and track industry trends while contributing to executive reports that inform strategic decisions across corporate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a quantitative field.
• Experience in corporate development, investment banking, PE, or FP&A is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for memos and presentations.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and financial research tools.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain financial models for acquisitions and partnerships.
• Prepare investment memoranda and presentations for senior leaders.
• Perform due diligence on target opportunities and monitor performance.
• Track industry trends, competitor activity, and market signals for strategy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Corporate development

Financial modeling

Communication

Excel

Valuation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/ Economics/ Business

CFA/ CPA a plus

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Financial research tools

Job description

Company Description

Discovery Senior Living is the largest senior living operator in the U.S., with more than 47,000 units across 420 communities in nearly 40 states. Supported by over 24,000 team members, the organization is known for strong performance, innovation, and tailored lifestyle experiences for residents. Its family of companies includes multiple senior living brands and service providers, covering management, development, design, marketing, and at-home services. For more than three decades, Discovery Senior Living has developed, built, marketed, and managed diverse senior living communities across the country. The company is certified as a Great Place To Work for May 2025 – May 2026, reflecting its commitment to an engaging and supportive work environment.

Role Description

The Corporate Development Analyst is a full-time, on-site role based in Tampa, FL. This position supports strategic growth initiatives by conducting financial and market analyses for potential acquisitions and partnerships. Day-to-day responsibilities include building and maintaining financial models, preparing investment memoranda and presentations, and performing due diligence on target opportunities. The analyst collaborates with corporate development, finance, and operations teams to evaluate operating performance and identify expansion opportunities. The role also involves tracking industry trends, monitoring competitor activity, and contributing to executive reports that inform decision-making.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Analytical Skills, including data analysis, problem solving, and attention to detail.
• Candidates should possess Corporate Development and Finance skills, including transaction support, valuation, and understanding of capital structures.
• Candidates should possess Financial Modeling skills, including building complex models in Excel and performing scenario and sensitivity analyses, prior real estate analysis is a plus.
• Candidates should possess Communication skills, including clear written reporting, presentation development, and the ability to explain findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a quantitative field preferred; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) are a plus.
• Experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or financial planning and analysis is preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and financial research tools.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to see the quantitative interconnectedness of creating and updating financial models.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.