Global M&A Strategy & Execution Lead

Jobtailor; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Plano, TX seeks an experienced professional to lead corporate development activities, focusing on global M&A opportunities and due diligence. You will build and refine financial models, assess targets, and prepare executive materials for senior leadership reviews.

The role requires 4–5+ years in M&A or related fields, collaboration with international stakeholders, and a track record of successful deal execution in diverse environments.

Qualifications

• 4 to 5+ years of professional experience in M&A, Corporate Development, Investment Banking, Corporate Finance, Private Equity or Business Valuation.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Proficiency with Capital IQ, PitchBook, DealCloud, and the Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced financial modeling and analytical capabilities.
• Experience working across international markets and collaborating effectively with global stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the restaurant industry, including franchise business models and franchise economics.
• Project management experience, with the ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and drive initiatives to successful completion.
• Experience participating in complex transactions and supporting the deal process from inception through close.
• Highly self-motivated and results-oriented, with the ability to independently prioritize competing priorities, drive execution, and collaborate effectively to deliver outcomes within established timelines.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages a structured pipeline and tracking process to maintain visibility into global M&A opportunities and transaction activity.
• Leads due diligence efforts on acquisition targets, providing independent analysis and strategic recommendations based on information from BMUs, advisors, and external stakeholders.
• Builds robust financial models, valuations, and investment analyses to support strategic decision-making and transaction execution.
• Creates clear, compelling presentations and executive materials for senior leadership review and decision-making.
• Serves as a key thought partner to senior leaders on development strategy, including inorganic growth, M&A opportunities, and franchise ownership proposals.
• Leads financial modeling and analysis to inform development growth decisions, partnering with Finance and Legal to evaluate implications.
• Engages and influences stakeholders to drive alignment and support decision-making, including presentation materials and recommendations.
• Partners with BMUs, franchisees, and external stakeholders to design transaction structures, negotiate agreements, conduct due diligence, and support final agreements across geographies.
• Coordinates and manages cross-functional implications and alignment across Legal, Finance, Operations, and other functions.
• Influences and aligns a diverse global network of stakeholders to drive collaboration and outcomes.

Skills

Financial modeling

Strategic analysis

Stakeholder management

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Deal execution

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Capital IQ

PitchBook

DealCloud

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jobtailor in Plano, TX seeks an experienced professional to lead corporate development activities, focusing on global M&A opportunities and due diligence. You will build and refine financial models, assess targets, and prepare executive materials for senior leadership reviews.

The role requires 4–5+ years in M&A or related fields, collaboration with international stakeholders, and a track record of successful deal execution in diverse environments.