Corporate Development & Strategy Associate

Acuity Brands, Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity Brands, Inc is seeking a Corporate Development & Strategy Associate in Atlanta, GA. This role focuses on supporting growth initiatives and engaging with stakeholders across the organization. The position demands strong analytical skills and experience in strategy consulting, private equity, or corporate development.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with leadership to identify investment opportunities, evaluate financial strategies, and assist in M&A transactions. Full-time onsite work is required, and relocation assistance may be offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of strategy consulting, private equity, investment banking, or corporate development experience.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting and synthesizing complex data.

Responsibilities

• Support both organic and inorganic growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with business leaders to evaluate growth opportunities.
• Support evaluation of opportunities through financial analysis.
• Develop deal assessment presentations for senior leadership.
• Support transaction negotiations with leadership teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Proactive approach

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Corporate Development & Strategy Associate to join our team. In this role, you will support both organic and inorganic growth initiatives, helping drive the company’s broader strategic objectives. You’ll work cross-functionally and engage with stakeholders across all levels, including the Executive Team and business unit leaders, to develop executive-level analyses and support the execution of M&A transactions and other key growth initiatives.

This position reports directly to the SVP, Strategy and Corporate Development. The role is based onsite in Atlanta, GA; relocation assistance is considered for the right candidate.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Collaborate with business leaders to identify, evaluate, and prioritize growth opportunities and investments aligned with corporate strategic initiatives.
• Identify new potential transactions that align with strategy and company goals, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, minority investments, key capital projects, and strategic alliances.
• Support evaluation of strategic opportunities through financial analysis, serving as functional expert on valuation (DCF, trading comps, transaction comps), pro forma analysis (accretion/dilution, IRR, etc.) and deal structuring.
• Develop deal assessment presentations for senior leadership.
• Support project teams, leveraging internal and external resources, to conduct comprehensive due diligence.
• Support transaction negotiations from the letter of intent through all other transaction-related documents, collaborating with business unit and corporate leadership teams, outside advisors, and legal during both transaction and subsequent integration.
• Continuously assess the industry and competitive landscape to identify emerging trends and growth opportunities.
• Monitor business trends and gather competitive intelligence to inform strategic planning discussions.
• Lead execution of internal corporate finance initiatives across functions with senior management.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent.
• 3+ years of strategy consulting, private equity, investment banking, or corporate development experience.

Other Requirements

• Ability to work onsite full-time in our Atlanta office.
• Willingness to travel occasionally as business needs arise.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting and synthesizing complex data.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to execution.
• Proven experience partnering across organizations, specifically with senior C-suite level leaders.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments, with a strategic mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Consistent track record of achieving high-level results.

EEO Statement

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities

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