VP of M&A & Corporate Development

Front Row Germany; New York, San Diego (NY, CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Front Row Germany is seeking a VP of M&A to lead the company's acquisition strategies. This pivotal role involves leading due diligence, negotiations, and integration planning for successful acquisitions, requiring a strategic thinker with deep expertise in finance and M&A. The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of the e-commerce landscape.

Benefits

Equity package + bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401K

PTO and flexible working hours

Educational stipend

Class Pass

Wellness and commuter benefits

Work with a fun, expert team

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in M&A, corporate finance, or investment banking.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, valuation, and M&A regulations.
• Knowledge of e-commerce and advertising/media industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the M&A strategy aligned with business goals.
• Conduct research to identify potential acquisition targets.
• Lead comprehensive evaluations of financial and operational aspects of targets.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field

MBA

Job description

At Front Row, we partner with leading brands to accelerate their ecommerce growth. We leverage our capabilities and proprietary technology to design, market, distribute, and accelerate brands on a global scale. We continually cultivate expertise across functional areas, retain top talent, share knowledge and data, create efficiencies, and analyze every aspect of our clients' businesses from a 360-degree perspective. Our goal is to provide hands-on support, niche knowledge, and early access to help our clients succeed in the most competitive markets and to ensure our six capabilities are always the first to act on emerging opportunities.

We thrive on the energy exchange between brands and audiences. Our mission is to expand each brand’s market and heart share because we believe every transaction can be transformational.

Using data-driven insights from Catapult, our proprietary technology, and our deep understanding of marketplaces like Amazon, Walmart.com, and TikTok Shop, we craft tailored strategies for each brand while safeguarding their pricing and channel strategies throughout all lifecycle stages and global markets.

Role Overview:

The VP of M&A at Front Row will lead the company's M&A strategy, including identifying targets, conducting due diligence, negotiating deals, and ensuring successful post-acquisition integration. This role requires extensive knowledge of financial markets, corporate finance, and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the M&A strategy aligned with overall business goals.
• Market Analysis: Conduct research to identify potential acquisition targets and evaluate their strategic fit.
• Due Diligence: Lead comprehensive evaluations of financial, operational, and legal aspects of targets and develop business cases for deals.
• Negotiation: Lead negotiations to secure favorable terms.
• Integration Planning: Work with cross-functional teams to develop plans that maximize synergies and minimize disruptions.
• Stakeholder Communication: Present opportunities and updates to executives and the board.
• Industry Monitoring: Keep the team informed of relevant industry news and trends.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in M&A, corporate finance, or investment banking, with successful transaction history.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Deep understanding of financial statements, valuation, and M&A regulations.
• Knowledge of e-commerce and advertising/media industries is a plus.

Personal Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Collaborative, with high integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.

This role is crucial for shaping the company's growth through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, requiring strong analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills.

• Equity package + bonus
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K
• PTO and flexible working hours
• Educational stipend
• Class Pass
• Wellness and commuter benefits
• Work with a fun, expert team