Corporate Development Associate

Genesys; Menlo Park, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

Telehealth coverage

Flexible work schedules and work from…

Development and career growth

Open Time Off + 10 paid holidays

401(k) matching program

Adoption Assistance

Fertility treatments

Job summary

Genesys in Menlo Park, CA is seeking a Corporate Development Associate to support buy-side M&A and strategic initiatives. You will conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis, help identify targets, and assist due diligence and integration efforts.

The role requires 1–4 years in investment banking, private equity, strategy consulting or corporate development, plus strong Excel/PowerPoint and financial modeling skills. Hybrid work, competitive base salary, and bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, strategy consulting, transaction services firm, corporate development, or strategic finance.
• Completion of an analyst program at an investment bank, private equity, strategy consulting, or transaction services firm is preferred.
• M&A deal experience or exposure is preferred.
• Experience in the enterprise software industry is preferred; direct exposure to CX is a plus.
• Intellectual curiosity, including a desire to learn about products and technology.

Responsibilities

• Strategy: Collect competitive intelligence and map industry segments.
• Sourcing: Identify potential acquisition targets given a general investment thesis.
• Evaluation: Conduct qualitative/quantitative analysis of targets; support business case development.
• Deal Execution: Support project management of aspects of the diligence process and other initiatives; assist in analytics and documentation of findings for executive management.
• Integration: Support the integration team with knowledge transfer and other special projects.

Skills

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Financial modeling

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

M&A deal experience

Enterprise software knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Analyst program completion

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

Be 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 segments
• Sourcing: Identify potential acquisition targets given a general investment thesis
• Evaluation: Conduct qualitative/quantitative analysis of targets; support business case development
• Deal Execution: Support project management of aspects of the diligence process and other initiatives; assist in analytics and documentation of findings for executive management
• Integration: Support the integration team with knowledge transfer and other special projects.

Qualifications / 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 finance
• Completion of an analyst program at an investment bank, private equity, strategy consulting, or transaction services firm is preferred
• M&A deal experience or exposure is preferred
• Experience in the enterprise software industry is preferred; direct exposure to CX is a plus
• Intellectual curiosity, including a desire to learn about products and technology
• Consistent ability to deliver high-quality work
• Superior attention to detail
• Professional maturity, sound judgment, and discretion to thrive in an executive-level environment and be trusted with highly confidential information
• Understanding of accounting concepts related to P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow
• Ability 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 deadlines
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to confidently interact with internal and external stakeholders
• Advanced Excel/PowerPoint skills, including financial modeling and presentation building

Compensation

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 - $159,900.00

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Telehealth coverage
• Flexible work schedules and work from home opportunities
• Development and career growth opportunities
• Open Time Off in addition to 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) matching program
• Adoption Assistance
• Fertility treatments

Working at Genesys

AI 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.

Application Process

After 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.

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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.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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.