Corporate Development Associate

Genesys-; Menlo Park (CA); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Telehealth coverage

Flexible work schedules & WFH

401(k) matching

Adoption Assistance

Fertility treatments

Job summary

Genesys is seeking a Corporate Development Associate in Menlo Park (hybrid) to support buy-side M&A activities, conduct rigorous quantitative and qualitative analysis, and help advance AI-enabled deal workflows.

You will work closely with the Head of Corporate Development and a broader team on sourcing targets, due diligence, and integration-related tasks.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Excel/PowerPoint and financial modeling.
• M&A deal experience or exposure preferred.
• Understanding of corporate development and strategic finance concepts.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing and evaluation of acquisition targets.
• Assist in due diligence and deal execution processes.
• Help prepare business cases and executive-ready materials.
• Coordinate with integration and other project teams as needed.

Skills

Excel/PowerPoint

Financial modeling

M&A experience

Strategic finance

Deal sourcing

Job description

locationsMenlo Park (Flexible)time typeFull timeposted onPosted Yesterdayjob requisition idJR112104Be the one building AI-powered experiences where they matter most.At Genesys, we help organizations create better customer experiences through AI-powered experience orchestration. Our platform connects people, systems, data and AI to help organizations deliver more personalized service, improve operational efficiency and build stronger customer relationships.Help build, support and operate technology used by more than 8,000 organizations in over 100 countries – moving AI from possibility to production in real-world enterprise environments every day.Location: Menlo Park, California (hybrid)Team:The Corporate Development team’s mission is to be at the forefront of accelerating the development and execution of Genesys’ strategy primarily, but not exclusively, through buy-side M&A. The team has completed 22 acquisitions since becoming an independent company in 2012. Additionally, the team supports other initiatives including investments, divestitures, partnerships, strategy projects, aspects of integration, and other ad hoc projects.Role:The Corporate Development Associate will report to the Head of Corporate Development and work closely with the broader team to support the execution of strategic projects. The role is a mix of conducting structured quantitative and qualitative analysis, contributing to the sourcing and evaluation of acquisition targets, project management (e.g., aspects of due diligence), and advancement of AI tools used in the team’s workflow. The primary focus will be buy-side M&A (from M&A strategy to deal execution), with additional exposure to integration success, minority investments, sell-side projects, and other special initiatives.Key Responsibilities:Strategy: Collect competitive intelligence and map industry segmentsSourcing: Identify potential acquisition targets given a general investment thesisEvaluation: Conduct qualitative/quantitative analysis of targets; support business case developmentDeal Execution: Support project management of aspects of the diligence process and other initiatives; assist in analytics and documentation of findings for executive managementIntegration: Support the integration team with knowledge transfer and other special projectsQualifications / Skills Desired and Preferred:1-4 years of relevant experience at an investment bank, private equity, strategy consulting, transaction services firm, corporate development, or strategic financeCompletion of an analyst program at an investment bank, private equity, strategy consulting, or transaction services firm is preferredM&A deal experience or exposure is preferredExperience in the enterprise software industry is preferred; direct exposure to CX is a plusIntellectual curiosity, including a desire to learn about products and technologyConsistent ability to deliver high-quality workSuperior attention to detailProfessional maturity, sound judgment, and discretion to thrive in an executive-level environment and be trusted with highly confidential informationUnderstanding of accounting concepts related to P&L, balance sheet, and cash flowAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of ambiguity and minimal supervision. Proactive self-starter with the ability to multitask and prioritize appropriately to meet tight deadlinesStrong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to confidently interact with internal and external stakeholdersAdvanced Excel/PowerPoint skills, including financial modeling and presentation building#LI-CP1Compensation:This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a commission or performance-based bonus opportunities.$90,900.00 - $159,900.00Benefits:Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.Telehealth coverageFlexible work schedules and work from home opportunitiesDevelopment and career growth opportunitiesOpen Time Off in addition to 10 paid holidays401(k) matching programAdoption AssistanceFertility treatmentsClick here to view a summary overview of our Benefits.Working at GenesysAI at enterprise scale – Build, support and operate AI-powered technology used by more than 8,000 organizations worldwide. 150+ new AI features were released in the last fiscal year.A flexible-first culture – Join a global team of nearly 7,000 employees with flexible ways of working designed to help people do their best work.Growth in the AI era – Build future-ready skills through mentorship, learning programs, leadership development and education support.Time to recharge and give back – Benefits include paid volunteer time, August Free Fridays, well-being resources and regionally tailored programs for employees and their families.Recognized globally – Genesys is Great Place to Work certified in 17 countries and 94% of employees are proud to tell others they work at Genesys.Learn more about our culture, AI innovation and sustainability commitments through our Careers site and Sustainability Report.What Happens After You ApplyAfter you apply, here's what you can typically expect:Our Talent Acquisition team reviews your application with the hiring team.A Talent Acquisition Partner will review your application and, if your background is aligned, schedule a Zoom interview.Next, you'll meet the hiring manager and other members of the interview team.We aim to keep the process focused and respectful of your time, with no more than five interviews in most cases.After interviews are complete, our team will follow up with the final steps.Every application is reviewed by a person. Response times may vary by role and location, but our team will keep you informed throughout the process.Stay ConnectedStay connected to learn more about how we're applying AI to customer and employee experience challenges and get notified when relevant opportunities become available.Get notified about relevant opportunities.Be the one building what's next - where AI, experience and impact come together.Employee ReferralIf a Genesys employee referred you, please apply using the link they shared so we can connect your application to their referral.About Genesys:Genesys empowers more than 8,000 organizations worldwide to create the best customer and employee experiences. With agentic AI at its core, Genesys Cloud is the AI-Powered Experience Orchestration platform that connects people, systems, data and AI across the enterprise. As a result, organizations can drive customer loyalty, growth and retention while increasing operational efficiency and teamwork across human and AI workforces. To learn more, visit www.genesys.com.Reasonable Accommodations:If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in your ability to access or use this online application and need an alternative method for applying, you or someone you know may contact us at [e-mail] can expect a response within 24–48 hours. To help us provide the best support, click the email link above to open a pre-filled message and complete the requested information before sending. If you have any questions, please include them in your email.This email is intended to support job seekers requesting accommodations. Messages unrelated to accommodation—such as application follow-ups or resume submissions—may not receive a response.Genesys is an equal opportunity employer committed to fairness in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, national origin, genetics, disability, military and veteran status, and other protected characteristics.Please note that recruiters will never ask for sensitive personal or financial information during the application phase.