Director of Corporate Development

East 57th Street Partners; Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas (TX, TX, TX); Sur place; USD 175 000 - 200 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player is seeking a strategic Director of Corporate Development to drive M&A initiatives and enhance enterprise value. In this pivotal role, you will partner with executive leadership and private equity sponsors to identify and execute strategic acquisitions and capital investments. Your expertise in financial modeling, deal execution, and integration planning will be crucial as you navigate complex transactions in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. This is an exciting opportunity to influence corporate growth and value creation in a dynamic sector, making a significant impact on the company's future success.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in corporate development, M&A, or investment banking.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills are essential.

Responsabilités

• Lead M&A strategy and execution, including target sourcing and deal structuring.
• Conduct due diligence and financial analysis to support investment decisions.

Connaissances

M&A deal execution

Financial modeling

Valuation analysis

Due diligence

Negotiation skills

Strategic analysis

Cross-functional team management

Market research

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business

MBA

Description du poste

Job Title: Director of Corporate Development

Compensation: $175,000 - $200,000 Base Salary + Bonus

About the Company:

Our client, a private equity-backed company in the DFW metro area, is seeking a Director of Corporate Development to lead M&A strategy, deal execution, and post-acquisition integration. This is a high-impact role for a strategic finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

As a key member of the corporate leadership team, the Director of Corporate Development will partner with executive leadership and private equity sponsors to identify and execute strategic acquisitions, capital investments, and corporate growth initiatives that enhance enterprise value.

Position Overview:

This role will focus on end-to-end M&A execution, including target sourcing, due diligence, financial modeling, deal structuring, and integration planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in investment banking, corporate development, or private equity, with proven experience leading complex transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• M&A Strategy: Identify and evaluate potential acquisition targets aligned with the company’s strategic growth objectives.
• Deal Execution: Lead transaction processes, including financial modeling, valuation analysis, due diligence, and negotiations.
• Private Equity Collaboration: Work closely with PE sponsors to develop and execute M&A strategies that drive value creation.
• Financial Analysis & Valuation: Conduct financial modeling, synergy analysis, and ROI assessments to support investment decisions.
• Due Diligence: Oversee financial, operational, and strategic due diligence efforts to assess risks and opportunities.
• Integration Planning: Develop and execute post-merger integration strategies to maximize value realization.
• Capital Allocation: Support capital deployment strategies, working closely with finance and executive leadership to optimize investment returns.
• Market & Industry Research: Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities for expansion.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in corporate development, M&A, investment banking, or private equity.
• Strong M&A deal execution experience, including target evaluation, due diligence, and financial modeling.
• Exceptional financial modeling, valuation, and strategic analysis skills.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive complex transactions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with experience engaging with executive leadership and private equity stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of capital markets, private equity transactions, and corporate finance.
• Experience working in a PE-backed, high-growth environment preferred.

Seniority level: Executive

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing, Business Development, and Finance

Industries: Business Consulting and Services and Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals