Strategic Growth & Acquisitions Leader

G.W. Lisk Company; Springs, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

G.W. Lisk Company is seeking a Corporate Development Manager in Clifton Springs, NY to drive strategic growth, identify acquisitions, and pursue partnerships. The role reports to the President and CEO and requires extensive experience in corporate development and deal execution.

Key duties include due diligence, financial modeling, and market analysis to assess deal viability, plus negotiating terms and overseeing integration plans post-acquisition. Travel and in-office collaboration are common.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees preferred.
• 10+ years in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or in-house corporate strategy.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills; ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
• Deep understanding of aerospace and industrial markets and deal processes.

Responsibilities

• Scout and evaluate potential acquisitions, joint ventures, and partnerships.
• Perform due diligence, financial modeling, and market analysis to assess deal viability.
• Prepare and present business cases and progress reports to senior management.
• Negotiate terms, manage contracts, and oversee integration plans.
• Develop and implement corporate development strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, operations, and sales/marketing teams.
• Build relationships with banks, partners, and senior leadership.
• Track industry trends and regulatory changes to identify risks and opportunities.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degrees or certifications (finance/business/accounting/engineering) preferred

Job description

G.W. Lisk Company is seeking a Corporate Development Manager in Clifton Springs, NY to drive strategic growth, identify acquisitions, and pursue partnerships. The role reports to the President and CEO and requires extensive experience in corporate development and deal execution.

Key duties include due diligence, financial modeling, and market analysis to assess deal viability, plus negotiating terms and overseeing integration plans post-acquisition. Travel and in-office collaboration are common.