Director of Corporate Development

Embarc Advisors; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial advisory firm is seeking a Director of Corporate Development. This role involves developing corporate strategies and managing client relationships, focusing on M&A and fundraising. The ideal candidate should have 7+ years of relevant experience and strong project management skills. Join a firm dedicated to professional growth and innovative thinking, where your contributions matter.

Benefits

Competitive compensation plus semi-annual performance bonuses

401(k) with immediate vesting and employer match

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Unlimited vacation time and paid sick leave

Short-term disability insurance

Three team offsites per year

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years in relevant fields including M&A and fundraising.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial and corporate strategies.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Develop presentations and financial models to guide decision-making.

Skills

Project management

Financial modeling

M&A transaction execution

Relationship building

Communication skills

Statistical analysis

Job description

Overview

Imagine being part of an organization that challenges and inspires you to do your best work, where you're encouraged to refine your expertise, expand your capabilities, and contribute meaningfully from day one. At Embarc Advisors, we prioritize professional growth, value innovative thinking, and recognize the impact of each team member. Join us, and be part of a firm where your potential is cultivated and your achievements are genuinely rewarded.

About Embarc Advisors: Founded by a former Goldman Sachs investment banker and McKinsey & Co consultant, Embarc Advisors was built to challenge the traditional extremes of finance careers. We offer a high-performance and high-learning environment in a human-centered setting. Our firm delivers best-in-class advice across M&A, capital raising, outsourced corporate development, and strategic CFO services, supporting clients through every stage of the company lifecycle. We’ve built a team of corporate finance professionals with backgrounds in investment banking, private equity, consulting, strategic finance, and investment management, who thrive on challenge, continuous improvement, and delivering results. We see ourselves as an elite team united by trust, driven by shared purpose, and anchored in Kaizen, excellence, and perseverance. Our EOS operating system brings structure, accountability, and alignment to how we execute and grow. We offer the opportunity to build a sustainable, values-aligned career in finance, where you grow fast, contribute meaningfully, and stay in the game for the long haul.

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Role Overview

Job Type: Full-time

Position Location: Remote

We are in search of a dynamic Corporate Development leader!

Operating as a thought partner and trusted advisor, the Director of Corporate Development will provide clients with deep expertise and guidance across a full spectrum of corporate finance matters. The Director, Corporate Development will lead a small team in delivering expeditious and high-quality execution on strategic and financial analyses (modeling and FP&A), presentation creation, industry research, and other related work, with the ultimate goal of driving successful outcomes for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Project management: In partnership with the client, develop and implement financial and corporate strategies. Lead end-to-end project management, work plan development, process and project execution. Manage Embarc team members and client teams to deliver on project goals in a timely and resource-efficient manner. Communicate across stakeholders and drive optimal outcomes while meeting/exceeding client expectations.
• Building a relationship with the client as a trusted advisor: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with client leadership and key staff. Identify opportunities where Embarc's financial and strategic services (e.g., capital raising, M&A, strategic finance, financial planning) may accelerate the client's strategic plan. Act as a thought leader and trusted advisor to the client's leadership.
• Execution: Develop and prepare audience-appropriate materials, including investment memorandums, reports, presentations, and financial models that summarize transaction highlights, risks, integration plans, and other key considerations. Ensure all work products meet Embarc's high quality standards and provide updates to senior client leadership and Embarc leadership to enable decision-making.
• Talent Development: Provide leadership in recruitment, training, and development of top-quality talent. Build morale, motivate the team, and promote a culture of continuous improvement for processes, systems, data, training, and people.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with a minimum of 7 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, transaction services, transaction-focused corporate development, strategic finance, management consulting, or a related field; including a minimum of 2 years of experience in M&A and fundraising leading full-cycle transaction execution.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A mix of in-house corporate/strategic finance experience with a background in management consulting, investment banking, or PE/VC.
• Experience working with start-up organizations.
• Experience running an M&A and/or capital raise process from start to finish.
• Proven capabilities in project management, including the ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Proven success in independently developing presentations and other communications for executive leadership, external partners, and the Board of Advisors.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to develop audience-appropriate communications and explain complex issues simply.
• Strong statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis skills (advanced financial modeling, market research, valuation) with the ability to use data to influence decisions.
• Demonstrated strengths with financial accounting, capital markets, and M&A concepts.
• Proven ability to structure analysis efficiently and reach accurate conclusions in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated success cultivating relationships with clients and potential targets, and leveraging third-party relationships to source deals.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external cross-functional teams to facilitate full-cycle transaction execution.
• Demonstrated excellence in presenting to diverse stakeholders (including C-Suite, Board of Advisors, and external targets) and aligning them around common goals.
• Proven ability to maintain excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated success in building and improving processes and promoting quality.

Why join our team?

At Embarc, you'll gain exposure to a diverse range of high-impact work across strategic CFO advisory, capital raising, and M&A, partnering directly with founders, CEOs, and investors across industries like technology, consumer goods, media, industrials, business services, and private equity/venture capital. No two weeks look the same, and that's by design.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation plus semi-annual performance bonuses
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and employer match after one year
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Unlimited vacation time and paid sick leave
• Short-term disability insurance
• Three team offsites per year to connect, recharge, and grow together

At Embarc, you won’t just build your resume, you’ll build a fulfilling career with people who are as committed to excellence as they are to each other.