M&A Corporate Development Lead

Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

MassMutual Life Insurance Company seeks an experienced M&A Corporate Development Lead to drive transaction execution and sourcing, pair with Strategy for disciplined growth, and mentor Analysts within a dynamic team. You will lead cross-functional deal workstreams, evaluate target opportunities, and present insights to senior leadership.

The role emphasizes building robust financial models, working with KOEs, and delivering strategic value across insurance, asset management, retirement and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of investment banking or Corporate Development experience at Associate level or above (must be highly rated), inclusive of experience leading substantive portions of M&A deal teams.
• Experience should be from a top-tier investment banking firm or a similar role with a leading internal Corporate Development function
• Bachelor’s degree from a leading college or university; graduate degree is valued, but not a requirement
• Track record of developing Analysts and other team members through coaching and mentoring
• Demonstrated financial modeling expertise; ability to build effective and well-reasoned financial projections and valuation analyses and efficiently communicate results and implications

Responsibilities

• Drive M&A transaction execution and deal sourcing efforts, aligning origination with company strategic goals.
• Construct financial models and valuation analyses: build and interpret projected statements, assess target value, determine levers for pro forma growth.
• Lead deal teams and work streams in transaction execution as deal quarterback, identify issues, craft objectives, and prepare materials for execs and Board.
• Help build the team by coaching Analysts and leading recruiting and training efforts.
• Role model inclusive, customer-centric and team-oriented behaviors.
• Collaborate with Strategy, Corporate Development and Strategic Intelligence teams across MassMutual.

Skills

Investment Banking

Corporate Development

Financial Modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree valued

Job description

M&A Corporate Development Lead

Corporate Development

Boston

The Opportunity

We are seeking a results-driven, engaging and dynamic leader for our Corporate Development team. The Corporate Development Lead will be part of a high-achieving and inclusive team that plays a critical role in the enterprise’s M&A transactions, strategic investments and other inorganic growth initiatives and has sourced and executed transactions across insurance, asset management, retirement and financial technology in the U.S. and globally in the past few years.

The Team

MassMutual’s Corporate Development team mission is to drive strategic growth and value through disciplined M&A execution and integrated strategic and financial oversight of MassMutual’s Key Operating Entities (KOEs.) This team consists of leaders and professionals as well as employees in our iMMerse analyst program: a talent initiative run in partnership with our Corporate Strategy function. Corporate Development collaborates closely with peer teams across Finance, with most common touch points in MassMutual’s Corporate Strategy, Treasury, FP&A, Controllers and Tax organizations.

The Impact

The M&A Corporate Development Lead will report directly to the Head of Corporate Development and will have accountability over the following areas.

• Drive M&A transaction execution and deal sourcing efforts, including Aligning deal origination with company strategic goals. This includes working directly with our Corporate Strategy team business leaders to assess capabilities and needs, evaluating different business models, conducting in-depth industry and company research.
• Constructing thoughtful financial models and valuation analyses: building and interpreting projected financial statements, assessing a target’s value using multiple valuation methods, determining levers for pro forma growth and scale.
• Leading deal teams and key work streams in transaction execution which entails serving as deal “quarterback,” identifying critical issues for each deal, crafting objectives accordingly, engaging with internal and external subject matter experts, leading work streams and owning internal deliverables and approval materials for executive management and the Board of Directors.

• Help build the team – develop our Analysts for our ongoing Analyst program by providing active coaching/feedback, serving as a developmental manager or mentor and leading part of our recruiting and training efforts.
• Role model inclusive behaviors that are customer centric and team oriented
• Positively impact the company’s “course and speed” as part of an integrated effort amongst MassMutual’s Strategy, Corporate Development and Strategic Intelligence teams

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of investment banking or Corporate Development experience at Associate level or above (must be highly rated), inclusive of experience leading substantive portions of M&A deal teams
• Experience should be from a top-tier investment banking firm or a similar role with a leading internal Corporate Development function
• Bachelor’s degree from a leading college or university; graduate degree is valued, but not a requirement
• Track record of developing Analysts and other team members through coaching and mentoring
• Demonstrated financial modeling expertise; ability to build effective and well-reasoned financial projections and valuation analyses and efficiently communicate results and implications

Ideal Qualifications

• Strong track record of deal-related “discipline” (e.g., exemplary attention to detail, ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, comfort communicating with junior and senior team members, internal client and external stakeholders)
• Ability to create simple, powerful, and data-driven communications for senior leaders
• Ability to effectively communicate with senior leaders and build enduring, trust based and high-impact relationships with clients and other colleagues

Financial services experience is valued, but not a requirement; experience across a range of industries (e.g., financial services, technology, media, consumer) is relevant to our work

What You Can Expect at MassMutual

MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes. In this role, you can expect:

• Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes
• A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed
• Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time
• Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization
• A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship—supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset

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Salary Range

$167,800-$220,200

At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees.Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.

Why Join Us.

We’ve been around since 1851. During our history, we’ve learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.

We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It’s more than our company structure – it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.

MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.

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At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance.