Vice President of Corporate Development

Variner; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 200,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

Variner seeks a Vice President of Corporate Development to lead the corporate development function, originating and executing strategic acquisitions and integrations. The ideal candidate brings 6+ years in investment banking, private equity, or acquisitive corporate development, with strong financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence skills.

Autonomy within a lean executive team is essential. You will partner with the CEO and private equity sponsors to drive the growth agenda and translate

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing the full transaction lifecycle from origination to integration.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, valuation, and deal structuring.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex due diligence workstreams and third-party advisors.

Responsibilities

• Establish and direct the corporate development function.
• Partner with the CEO and private equity sponsors to execute acquisition and integration strategy.
• Lead high-stakes negotiations and oversee integration programs with owners and sponsors.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Deal structuring

Due diligence management

Job description

Our client is a sponsor-backed business operating within a highly fragmented market. The organization focuses on a combination of project-based services and recurring revenue streams to drive scalable growth.

Vice President of Corporate Development

This senior leadership position is responsible for establishing and directing the corporate development function. The individual will partner closely with the CEO and private equity sponsors to execute a comprehensive acquisition and integration strategy.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing the full transaction lifecycle from origination to integration.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, valuation, and deal structuring.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex due diligence workstreams and third-party advisors.

Ideal Candidate

• 6+ years (likely 7-12 years) of progressive Investment banking, private equity, or acquisitive corporate development experience
• A disciplined deal professional who can operate autonomously within a lean executive team structure.
• An individual possessing the presence to negotiate directly with business owners and institutional sponsors.
• A strategic thinker capable of translating acquisition theses into actionable pipelines.
• A detail-oriented project leader who maintains composure during high-stakes negotiations and integrations.