Vice President, Corporate Development

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Harris continues to expand its portfolio of vertical market software companies across EMEA and India. We are seeking a Vice President, Corporate Development to lead our capital deployment strategy and execution for the Harris International Group portfolio. The successful incumbent can be based in either the United Kingdom or Germany and must be fluent in English and German (both written and spoken).

This senior role combines strategic leadership, relationship management, and transaction execution. You will drive the sourcing, evaluation, and acquisition of software companies that fit our long‑term investment philosophy and portfolio vision. Reporting directly to the Portfolio Leader, International Group, you will serve as a trusted partner in shaping and executing Harris’ international growth strategy.

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader who thrives in entrepreneurial environments, enjoys building long‑term relationships with company founders, bankers, brokers and advisors, and brings both the analytical and interpersonal skills required to close complex transactions.

Given our expanding European footprint, fluency in English and German is essential. The position requires regular travel (30–50%) across Europe and other regions to meet with business owners, portfolio group management teams, and advisors.

• Lead the Corporate Development strategy for the Harris International portfolio, identifying priority markets, verticals, and regions for acquisition‑driven growth.
• Partner with the Portfolio Leader and senior executives to define capital deployment goals, portfolio targets, and long‑term value creation strategies.
• Represent the portfolio’s Corporate Development function at the leadership table and within Harris’ global community.
• Manage resources across the capital deployment teams.
• Provider leadership and mentorship with the aim of developing an existing team of corporate development resources

• Build and sustain strong networks with investment bankers, brokers, advisors, private investors, and software company founders across Europe and beyond.
• Proactively identify and source acquisition opportunities through direct outreach, industry events, and strategic relationship development.
• Represent Harris and Constellation professionally in all market interactions, promoting our reputation as a long‑term, responsible acquirer of mission‑critical software businesses.
• Maintain a high‑quality, proprietary deal pipeline through disciplined sourcing, follow‑up, and relationship management.

• Lead transactions end‑to‑end, from initial contact and strategic fit assessment through valuation, negotiation, due diligence, and closing.
• Coordinate internal and external teams—finance, legal, operations, and portfolio leadership—to ensure seamless execution.
• Present on opportunities and manage internal investment approval processes.
• Oversee post‑acquisition handovers and support integration planning to ensure smooth transitions and long‑term success.

• Monitor vertical software market trends, M&A dynamics, and competitive activity to identify emerging opportunities.
• Utilize CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) to manage pipeline activity, measure performance, and report on sourcing and acquisition metrics.
• Apply rigorous financial modelling and data‑driven analysis to evaluate targets, assess returns, and ensure disciplined capital deployment.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Corporate Development professionals, fostering a high‑performance, analytical, and relationship‑driven culture.
• Establish clear KPIs and performance metrics for sourcing, outreach effectiveness, and conversion rates.
• Collaborate across Corporate Development, Strategy, and Operations to ensure cohesive execution of the capital deployment agenda.

• 10+ years of experience in Corporate Development, M&A, Private Equity, Investment Banking, or related fields,…