Strategic M&A & Corporate Development Lead

Coinbase, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 194,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

Coinbase is seeking a Manager, Corporate Development to shape inorganic growth through M&A, strategic investments, and market landscaping. You will lead deal execution end-to-end, develop competitive intelligence, and build cross-functional relationships with executives to drive high-priority initiatives.

You will collaborate with the senior leadership to surface opportunities across the crypto ecosystem, reflecting Coinbase's mission to advance the future of digital assets.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years in investment banking, consulting, or corporate development.
• Proven track record in end-to-end M&A or strategic investments.
• Ability to synthesize market data into strategic recommendations.
• BA/BS with interest in crypto, blockchain and digital assets.
• Uses generative AI responsibly with human oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of mergers and acquisitions and strategic investments, from sourcing to integration planning.
• Conduct market research and synthesize findings into strategic recommendations.
• Develop competitive intelligence and translate insights into actionable implications.
• Partner with executives to build cross-functional relationships and drive strategic initiatives.
• Build relationships with startups, investors, and industry participants to surface opportunities.
• Strengthen team operations by improving processes and assisting recruiting.

Skills

Investment banking

Management consulting

Corporate development

Strategic finance

Private equity

Venture capital

Generative AI literacy

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

Coinbase is seeking a Manager, Corporate Development to shape inorganic growth through M&A, strategic investments, and market landscaping. You will lead deal execution end-to-end, develop competitive intelligence, and build cross-functional relationships with executives to drive high-priority initiatives.

You will collaborate with the senior leadership to surface opportunities across the crypto ecosystem, reflecting Coinbase's mission to advance the future of digital assets.