Strategic M&A & Growth Lead

Hellofresh; London (KY); Hybrid; USD 201,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

70% off HelloFresh/Green Chef boxes

Company pension scheme

Gym membership

Bupa private medical insurance (incl.

Mental health first aiders and EAP

Nursery support scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Group Life Assurance

Job summary

HelloFresh is seeking an Associate Director, Corporate Strategy & Development to drive the strategic agenda. You will lead M&A, portfolio optimization and capital allocation, partnering directly with the Group CEO.

The role requires 6+ years in top-tier strategy or corporate development, hands-on modelling, and a proven ability to translate complex analysis into CEO-ready recommendations. Hybrid London-based role with UK work rights.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in top-tier strategy or corporate development with deal leadership.
• Strong financial modelling and valuation capabilities.
• Proven ability to turn complex analyses into concise executive recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead M&A projects end to end and guide deal teams with senior leadership.
• Drive portfolio optimization, geo-expansion and new verticals.
• Own corporate strategy processes and strategic document preparation.
• Develop analytical frameworks for budget allocation and ROI analysis.
• Support business units with mid-term strategic initiatives.

Skills

M&A strategy

Portfolio analysis

Corporate strategy

Capital allocation

Strategy leadership

AI tools

Financial modelling

DTC KPIs

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

AI coding tools

Job description

HelloFresh is seeking an Associate Director, Corporate Strategy & Development to drive the strategic agenda. You will lead M&A, portfolio optimization and capital allocation, partnering directly with the Group CEO.

The role requires 6+ years in top-tier strategy or corporate development, hands-on modelling, and a proven ability to translate complex analysis into CEO-ready recommendations. Hybrid London-based role with UK work rights.