Corporate Development Director

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Simi Valley, CA:
Arlington, VAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
6957
** Worker Type
** Regular
* * Job Description
**** Summary
* * Reporting to the VP of Strategy and Corporate Development, you'll take ownership of complex, high-value deals from initial evaluation through close. You'll work closely with senior leadership to execute our M&A strategy, lead cross-functional deal teams, and deliver sophisticated analysis that informs critical investment decisions.

This role offers the opportunity to drive meaningful transactions while developing your leadership capabilities in a dynamic environment.
** Position Responsibilities
*** Lead evaluation and execution of M&A transactions, strategic investments, joint ventures, and partnerships
* Own the end-to-end deal process for assigned transactions, including sourcing, diligence, valuation, negotiation, and closing
* Build comprehensive financial models and valuation analyses to assess deal economics, synergies, and strategic fit
* Manage cross-functional deal teams including finance, legal, HR, operations, and business unit leaders throughout the transaction lifecycle
* Develop presentation materials for the corporate development leadership team and executive stakeholders
* Conduct market and competitive analysis to identify potential targets and assess strategic opportunities
* Manage relationships with investment banks, advisors, and counter parties throughout the deal process
* Support post-merger integration work streams in partnership with Integration office and business leaders to ensure successful value capture
* Mentor and develop junior corporate development team members, providing guidance on deal execution and analytical approaches
* Support the VP of Corporate Development in refining our deal pipeline and transaction prioritization
* Contribute to the evolution of corporate development processes, tools, and best practices
* Other duties as assigned
** Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
*** 8-12 years of progressive experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or management consulting
* Strong track record of leading and closing multiple M&A transactions or strategic investments, with demonstrated success managing significant deals
* Expert-level financial modeling and valuation skills across multiple methodologies (DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions)
* Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience engaging senior executives and articulating complex strategic concepts
* Strong business judgment with ability to balance strategic considerations with financial analysis
* Experience managing and mentoring junior team members
* Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive deals forward with minimal supervision
* Exceptional analytical abilities with rigorous attention to detail
* Skilled at managing multiple concurrent work streams under tight deadlines
* MBA strongly preferred
* Experience with post-merger integration is highly valued
* Industry-specific experience in industrials/defense is a plus
** Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
*** Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Excellent analytical, time management and organizational skills.
* Strong computer skills and proficiency with office software and productivity tools.
* Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
* Works well with little or no supervision and exercises independent judgement on a regular basis.
* Strong ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules.
** Physical Demands
*** Ability to sit, stand, stoop, reach, lift (up to 10 lbs.), bend, etc.  Hand and wrist dexterity to utilize the computer.
* May require travel to sites/program and special functions.
** Environmental Conditions Critical to Performance:
*** Work is in an office environment, climate controlled through central air…