SVP M&A and Corporate Strategy

Sedgwick; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 275,000 - 315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with matching

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Sedgwick is seeking a Senior Vice President of Mergers & Acquisitions to drive the company’s global inorganic growth. You will lead acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic investments, collaborating closely with the CEO, CFO, and business units to align transactions with long‑term objectives.

Responsibilities include end‑to‑end deal execution, target identification, pipeline management, and integration leadership, with a focus on maximizing value and accelerating synergy

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred.
• Ten (10) years of related experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development with at least five (5) years of senior leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Leads end-to-end M&A process from target identification to due diligence and post-close integration.
• Identifies strategic acquisition targets aligned with Sedgwick’s services and geographic footprint.
• Develops and maintains a global M&A pipeline; sources proprietary deal flow.
• Oversees detailed financial models, synergy assessments, and valuation analyses.
• Partners with legal, finance, IT, and operations to ensure due diligence and integration planning.
• Develops integration strategies to preserve value and accelerate synergies.
• Represents Sedgwick in negotiations with target companies and advisors.
• Leads market intelligence efforts to identify trends and partnerships.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Financial acumen

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Analytical skills

Teamwork

AI interest

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

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SVP M&A and Corporate Strategy

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Senior Vice President of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) is a key strategic leader responsible for driving Sedgwick’s global inorganic growth agenda. The SVP leads the full lifecycle of M&A activity—including acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic investments with a focus on enhancing Sedgwick’s market position, expanding capabilities, and accelerating innovation. The SVP works closely with the CEO, CFO, and business unit leaders to identify and execute transactions that align with the company’s long‑term strategic objectives across core and emerging markets.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

End-to-End Deal Execution

• Leads all phases of the M&A process—from initial target identification and outreach through due diligence, valuation, deal structuring, negotiation, and post-close integration.
• Ensures each transaction is aligned with Sedgwick’s strategic and financial goals.

Strategic Target Identification

• Partners with business unit leaders and the corporate strategy team to proactively identify acquisition targets that complement Sedgwick’s service offerings, geographic footprint, or technological capabilities.
• Conducts market scans and competitive analyses to uncover white space opportunities.

Pipeline Development and Management

• Develops and maintains a robust, global pipeline of actionable M&A opportunities.
• Establishes relationships with investment banks, private equity firms, advisors, and industry stakeholders to source proprietary deal flow.

Financial Analysis and Valuation

• Oversees the development of detailed financial models, synergy assessments, and valuation analyses.
• Leads the preparation of investment committee materials and board presentations to support decision‑making.

Cross‑Functional Partnership

• Partners with legal, finance, colleague resources, IT, compliance, and operations teams to ensure comprehensive due diligence and seamless integration planning.
• Manages internal and external resources to streamline timelines and mitigate risks.

Integration Leadership

• Develops and executes integration strategies that preserve deal value and accelerate synergy realization.
• Establishes governance structures, tracks integration milestones, and ensures cultural alignment between organizations.

Performance Monitoring and Accountability

• Reviews post-deal performance against key metrics, including revenue growth, cost synergies, and strategic fit.
• Provides regular updates to executive leadership and ensures accountability for value capture.

External Representation

• Serves as Sedgwick’s lead negotiator in discussions with target companies, advisors, and financial institutions.
• Represents the company at industry events and in strategic partnership discussions.

Market Intelligence and Opportunity Assessment

• Leads market and competitive intelligence efforts to identify emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and potential partnerships or acquisitions.
• Conducts scenario planning and risk assessments to inform strategic choices.

Team Leadership and Talent Development

• Builds and leads a high‑performing corporate strategy team.
• Mentors team members, fosters a culture of analytical rigor and innovation, and ensures continuous professional development within the team.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

Master's degree in Business Administration from an accredited college or university preferred.

Experience

Ten (10) years of related experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development with at least five (5) years of senior leadership experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven track record of leading complex, cross-border transactions
• Deep understanding of services‑based business models, ideally in insurance, healthcare, or risk management
• Interest and some experience in using AI to improve M&A capabilities
• Strong financial acumen and strategic thinking
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skillsStrong time management and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proven management/leadership skills
• Excellent negotiating skills
• Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental

Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work‑related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical

Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual

Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, and local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $275k - $315k, plus bonus and equity eligibility. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Sedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company’s expertise, combined with the most advanced AI‑enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see sedgwick.com