Director, Corporate Development - Lead M&A Strategy & Deals

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 206,050 - 300,700; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise in Palo Alto is seeking a Director, Corporate Development to lead all aspects of M&A execution and strategy. This role drives target identification, valuation, due diligence, and deal approvals while collaborating with senior leaders to shape inorganic growth across the organization.

You will manage deal pipelines with banks/advisors, partner with executives, and guide integration efforts post-close using data-driven insights and AI-enabled analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a buy-side role (e.g., corporate development or private equity).
• Preferred experience within major corporations, along with a background in investment banking, or consulting.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of deal execution, from target identification to deal approval.
• Establish relationships with executives across GBU to develop inorganic strategies and execution plans.
• Cultivate and manage a deal pipeline with internal and external groups such as investment banks and advisors.
• Apply rigor, financial acumen and strategic business insight to support executive decision-making.
• Evaluate strategic fit, risks, synergies, and value creation opportunities across potential transactions.
• Lead cross-functional due diligence teams to evaluate risks and synergy opportunities.
• Oversee the internal review and approval process with C-level executives and Board members.
• Collaborate with the M&A integration team to ensure seamless transition from deal execution to value realization.
• Help evolve Corporate Development processes, playbooks, and best practices to improve speed, consistency, and execution quality.
• Leverage AI tools and advanced analytics to improve research, market intelligence, financial analysis, and knowledge management.

Skills

Judgment

Financial Acumen

Strategic Thinking

Relationships

Executive Communication

Analytical Rigor

Adaptability

Stamina

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA preferred

Job description

Hewlett Packard Enterprise in Palo Alto is seeking a Director, Corporate Development to lead all aspects of M&A execution and strategy. This role drives target identification, valuation, due diligence, and deal approvals while collaborating with senior leaders to shape inorganic growth across the organization.

You will manage deal pipelines with banks/advisors, partner with executives, and guide integration efforts post-close using data-driven insights and AI-enabled analytics.