VP, Strategy and M&A

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a VP, Strategy and M&A to lead an acquisition-focused growth agenda in healthcare services. The role owns end-to-end M&A from sourcing to execution and will partner with senior leadership to build a disciplined transaction framework.

This remote US-based position requires 8–12 years in investment banking, PE, or corporate development, with healthcare experience preferred. $160k–$200k annually; visa sponsorship not provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 8 to 12 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development.
• Proven track record leading acquisitions from start to finish.
• Healthcare services experience, especially in post-acute care or value-based care, preferred.
• Prior private equity or growth equity investment experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in post-merger integration activities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the M&A operating model and governance framework.
• Develop and maintain an acquisition pipeline through strategic sourcing.
• Conduct market assessments to identify acquisition opportunities aligned with growth objectives.
• Lead diligence across financial, operational, and regulatory aspects.
• Create and review financial models and investment recommendations for leadership approval.
• Negotiate transaction terms and structure agreements effectively.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders throughout the transaction process.

Skills

M&A leadership

Financial modeling

Strategic sourcing

Diligence management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a VP, Strategy and M&A to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space.

This leader is seeking a strategic executive to shape and execute an acquisition-focused growth agenda that supports expansion across healthcare services. The role will own the end-to-end M&A process, from sourcing and evaluation through diligence, negotiation, and execution. You will partner closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to build a disciplined transaction framework and drive informed investment decisions.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $160,000 – $200,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the M&A operating model and governance framework
• Develop and maintain a strong acquisition pipeline through strategic sourcing
• Conduct market assessments to identify acquisition opportunities aligned with growth objectives
• Lead thorough diligence efforts across financial, operational, and regulatory aspects
• Create and review financial models and investment recommendations for leadership approval
• Negotiate transaction terms and structure agreements effectively
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders throughout the transaction process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Healthcare Administration, or a related field required
• MBA or advanced degree preferred
• 8 to 12 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development
• Proven track record leading acquisitions from start to finish
• Healthcare services experience, especially in post-acute care or value-based care, preferred
• Prior private equity or growth equity investment experience strongly preferred
• Experience in post-merger integration activities preferred

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape the M&A strategy of a growing healthcare organization
• Collaborative environment with executive leadership and cross-functional teams
• Engagement in high-impact projects that drive organizational growth
• Access to professional development and advanced training opportunities

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.