Corporate Development Manager

Selby Jennings; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings partnered with a leading building products organization to recruit a Manager of Corporate Development in Irving, TX. This role involves working directly with senior leadership on M&A strategy and execution, evaluating growth opportunities, and driving the company's acquisition agenda.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in investment banking, corporate development, private equity, or related fields, with strong financial modeling, valuation, and deal-execution experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, private equity, management consulting, corporate strategy, or related field.
• Strong understanding of the M&A lifecycle, including valuation, due diligence, negotiation, and transaction execution.
• Experience conducting market research and developing strategic insights to support business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Support the Corporate Development function through the execution of M&A and strategic growth initiatives.
• Lead and manage active acquisition opportunities from initial evaluation through closing.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and industry assessments to identify attractive investment opportunities.
• Develop financial models, valuation analyses, business cases, and executive presentations to support decision-making.
• Partner closely with business leaders and cross-functional teams to cultivate and evaluate strategic opportunities.
• Analyze financial statements, operational performance, and long-range business plans to assess potential targets.
• Create and communicate compelling investment theses by synthesizing data into actionable recommendations.
• Manage due diligence processes and coordinate with internal stakeholders, external advisors, and target companies.
• Support post-transaction planning and integration efforts as needed.
• Stay informed on market trends and competitive dynamics to shape corporate strategy.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Financial statement analysis

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Project management

M&A knowledge

Job description

We are partnered with a leading organization in the building products and construction materials space that is looking to add a Manager of Corporate Development to its team in Irving, TX. This is a highly visible opportunity to work directly with senior leadership on M&A strategy and execution, evaluate growth opportunities, and help drive the company's acquisition agenda. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the end-to-end M&A process, the ability to analyze opportunities critically, and experience managing multiple active deal processes simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

We are partnered with a leading organization in the building products and construction materials space that is looking to add a Manager of Corporate Development to its team in Irving, TX. This is a highly visible opportunity to work directly with senior leadership on M&A strategy and execution, evaluate growth opportunities, and help drive the company's acquisition agenda. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the end-to-end M&A process, the ability to analyze opportunities critically, and experience managing multiple active deal processes simultaneously.

• Support the Corporate Development function through the execution of M&A and strategic growth initiatives.
• Lead and manage active acquisition opportunities from initial evaluation through closing.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and industry assessments to identify attractive investment opportunities.
• Develop financial models, valuation analyses, business cases, and executive presentations to support decision-making.
• Partner closely with business leaders and cross-functional teams to cultivate and evaluate strategic opportunities.
• Analyze financial statements, operational performance, and long-range business plans to assess potential targets.
• Create and communicate compelling investment theses by synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data into actionable recommendations.
• Manage due diligence processes and coordinate with internal stakeholders, external advisors, and target companies.
• Support post-transaction planning and integration efforts as needed.
• Stay informed on market trends, industry developments, and competitive dynamics to help shape corporate strategy.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, private equity, management consulting, corporate strategy, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of the M&A lifecycle, including valuation, due diligence, negotiation, and transaction execution.
• Demonstrated experience conducting market research and developing strategic insights to support business decisions.
• Advanced financial modeling, valuation, and financial statement analysis skills.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and experience building detailed financial and operational models.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex information to executive stakeholders.
• Proven project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong intellectual curiosity and passion for corporate strategy and M&A.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a cross-functional environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% as needed.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Irving, TX.