Deal Lead, Corporate Development

Hubspot; United States; Remote; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

HubSpot is seeking a Deal Lead within Corporate Development for the North America team. You will source, evaluate, and help close strategic transactions, partnering with senior leaders to advance inorganic growth across HubSpot's product offerings.

The role offers visibility to executives and the chance to influence HubSpot's strategy in a fast-paced, remote-friendly US environment. Ideal candidates have 4–7 years of live M&A experience and strong financial modeling skills.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years in investment banking, finance, or corporate development with live M&A deal experience.
• Strong understanding of valuation methods (DCF, multiples) and M&A modeling.
• Strong financial acumen to analyze data and make strategic recommendations.
• Attention to detail with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Deep curiosity about technology and SaaS with awareness of AI's impact.
• Growth mindset aligned with HubSpot’s Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop a pipeline of Corporate Development opportunities and help execute deals.
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams to conduct diligence and own financial modeling.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify targets and trends.
• Partner with senior leaders to drive strategic initiatives expanding product capabilities.
• Build relationships with industry players and investors to stay ahead of trends.
• Promote a customer-first culture in decision making.

Skills

M&A modeling

Financial analysis

Market research

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Technology & SaaS awareness

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Capital IQ

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Deal Lead, Corporate Development

Finance

Remote - USA

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About the Team

HubSpot’s mission is to help millions of organizations grow better.

At HubSpot, strategy isn’t just a plan – it’s how we operate. You’ll join a company that values curiosity, autonomy, and growth, and where your insights directly shape decisions that impact millions of businesses worldwide.

We operate by our Culture Commitments: Solve for the Customer, Be Bold - Learn Fast, Align Adapt & Go, and Deliver with HEART. These values shape how we collaborate, make decisions, and execute every day.

The mission of HubSpot’s Corporate Development team is to expand and enhance our organization’s growth via strategic acquisitions.

The Opportunity

You will play a leading role in sourcing, evaluating, and executing strategic transactions. You will own key aspects of deals end-to-end, from developing investment theses and building pipeline, through diligence execution, and helping support post-close integration.

You will partner closely with senior executives and cross-functional leaders to drive HubSpot’s inorganic growth strategy and execute initiatives that meaningfully expand our product capabilities and accelerate long-term growth.

This is a highly visible role with significant exposure to executive leadership and the opportunity to have a direct impact on HubSpot’s strategic direction.

What You'll Do

• Help develop a pipeline of Corporate Development opportunities and drive the execution and integration of mergers and acquisitions, strategic investments, and strategic partnerships
• Work collaboratively across cross-functional projects and deal teams to conduct diligence, review transaction documents, and own financial modeling
• Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify potential targets and growth opportunities, industry trends, and emerging technologies
• Partner with senior team members to cultivate cross-functional relationships with executives and assist in the implementation of high priority strategic initiatives that expand the product capabilities and accelerate growth
• Build relationships with industry players, emerging startups, and investors to stay ahead of cutting-edge developments and gain insights into new trends and innovations
• Instill a customer-first culture centered around placing HubSpot customers at the forefront of every business decision

What You'll Bring

• 4-7 years relevant work experience in investment banking, finance, corporate development, or similar role with experience working on live M&A transactions
• Strong understanding and familiarity with fundamental business models and valuation methodologies (unit economics, multiples-based approaches, DCF) and M&A modeling
• Strong financial acumen with ability to analyze complex financial data and make strategic recommendations
• High attention to detail with excellent organizational and analytical skills, and the capability to handle multiple projects and stakeholders
• Deep curiosity about technology, software, and the future of SaaS, with a strong pulse on AI’s evolving impact
• A growth mindset aligned with HubSpot’s commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex concepts for relevant audience

Pay & Benefits

The cash compensation below includes base salary, on-target commission for employees in eligible roles, and annual bonus targets under HubSpot’s bonus plan for eligible roles. In addition to cash compensation, some roles are eligible to participate in HubSpot’s equity plan to receive restricted stock units (RSUs). Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay. Individual compensation packages are tailored to your skills, experience, qualifications, and other job‑related reasons.

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Annual Cash Compensation Range: $125,200 – $200,300 USD

At HubSpot, we value both flexibility and connection. Whether you’re a Remote employee or work from the Office, we want you to start your journey here by building strong connections with your team and peers. If you are joining our Engineering team, you will be required to attend a regional HubSpot office for in‑person onboarding. If you join our broader Product team, you’ll also attend other in‑person events, such as your Product Group Summit and other gatherings, to continue building on those connections.

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About HubSpot

HubSpot (NYSE: HUBS) is an AI-powered customer platform with all the software, integrations, and resources customers need to connect marketing, sales, and service. HubSpot's connected platform enables businesses to grow faster by focusing on what matters most: customers.

At HubSpot, bold is our baseline. Our employees around the globe move fast, stay customer–obsessed, and win together. Our culture is grounded in four commitments: Solve for the Customer, Be Bold, Learn Fast, Align, Adapt & Go!, and Deliver with HEART. These commitments shape how we work, lead, and grow.

We’re building a company where people can do their best work . We focus on brilliant work, not badge swipes. By combining clarity, ownership, and trust, we create space for big thinking and meaningful progress. And we know that when our employees grow, our customers do too.

Recognized globally for our award–winning culture by Comparably, Glassdoor, Fortune, and more, HubSpot is headquartered in Cambridge, MA, with employees and offices around the world.

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