Corporate Development Associate

LHH; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Corporate Development Associate to support the company’s acquisition strategy through the full transaction lifecycle. You will work closely with senior leadership on evaluation, diligence, execution, and closing of opportunities, maintaining financial models and materials to keep deals moving.

The role offers significant exposure to transaction activity, with opportunities to grow within Corporate Development and contribute to pipeline management and reporting.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, private equity, or related transaction-focused role.
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of the M&A process and transaction execution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with senior leadership and transaction stakeholders.
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support M&A transactions throughout evaluation, diligence, execution, and closing.
• Manage transaction data rooms and coordinate information throughout due diligence.
• Perform financial analysis and maintain transaction models and supporting workbooks.
• Prepare investment committee materials, pipeline reporting, and transaction recommendations.
• Assist with acquisition pipeline tracking and reporting.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, external advisors, financial sponsors, and other transaction participants.
• Evaluate potential acquisition opportunities, including key financial assumptions and risks.
• Take ownership of day-to-day execution to move multiple transactions forward efficiently.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Excel

PowerPoint

M&A process understanding

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance / Economics / Mathematics or related field

CFA designation or progress toward CFA

MBA is welcomed but not required

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Compensation: $130k - $150k + 20% annual bonus

The Corporate Development Associate will support a growing company’s acquisition strategy and play a hands‑on role throughout the transaction lifecycle. Working closely with senior leadership, this individual will support the evaluation, diligence, execution, and closing of acquisition opportunities while maintaining the financial analysis, transaction materials, and processes required to keep multiple deals moving forward. The company anticipates significant acquisition activity, providing the Associate with substantial transaction exposure and the opportunity to grow alongside the Corporate Development function.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support M&A transactions throughout the evaluation, diligence, execution, and closing process.
• Manage transaction data rooms and coordinate information throughout due diligence.
• Perform financial analysis and maintain transaction models and supporting workbooks.
• Prepare investment committee materials, presentations, pipeline reporting, and transaction recommendations.
• Assist with acquisition pipeline tracking and reporting.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, external advisors, financial sponsors, and other transaction participants.
• Evaluate potential acquisition opportunities, including key financial assumptions, risks, and transaction considerations.
• Take ownership of the detailed day‑to‑day execution required to move multiple transactions forward efficiently.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Approximately 2–4 years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, private equity, or a related transaction‑focused role.
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of the M&A process and transaction execution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with senior leadership and transaction stakeholders.
• Highly motivated, detail‑oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field preferred.
• Experience with recurring‑revenue, service‑based, or similar businesses is a plus but not required.
• CFA designation or progress toward the CFA is a plus; MBA is welcomed but not required.