Senior Manager, Corporate Development
Listed on 2026-01-12
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IT/Tech
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Management
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Summary
Guidewire is seeking a Senior Manager to join their Corporate Development and New Ventures team. The individual will be part of a small but impactful team which interfaces with multiple departments with a high-level of exposure to executive-level team members, including the CEO, President, and CFO.
Summary
Guidewire is seeking a Senior Manager to join their Corporate Development and New Ventures team. The individual will be part of a small but impactful team which interfaces with multiple departments with a high-level of exposure to executive-level team members, including the CEO, President, and CFO.
The group’s mandate includes all aspects of corporate development; sourcing new opportunities and developing pipeline for venture investments and acquisitions; executing M&A strategy; and driving post-merger integration success. In addition, the team is responsible for various strategic projects for the executive team that require cross functional collaboration. You will have deep knowledge of Guidewire’s overall business, the industry landscape and trends to aid in developing the Company’s M&A and Venture strategy.
Job Description
Role and Responsibilities
- Assist with deal execution and M&A strategy in a hands-on manner - develop our M&A strategy and playbook, lead diligence & negotiation of transactions as well as post-merger integration activities
- Develop a deep understanding of companies and trends in the Insurtech space through research and analysis, synthesize findings and recommendations, and share regular updates with the leadership team
- Develop and maintain a network of industry contacts, VCs, and investment bankers to identify industry trends and proactively build pipeline
- Lead a cross-functional team involving Product, GTM, Finance, Legal, People, IT, and outside counsel during live deals to ensure timely closing
- Lead advanced financial modeling and valuation for software transactions.
- Partner with VP/Director on strategy and negotiation prep.
- Drive day-to-day due diligence activities
- Define integration plans and assist with post-close execution
- 4–6 years in investment banking with corporate development experience in scaled software/SaaS strongly preferred.
- Strong end-to-end M&A execution experience and getting deals done.
- Exceptional modeling, valuation, and communication skills.
- Comfortable networking externally and preparing Board-level materials.
- Prior experience leading all aspects of an acquisition, multiple deals a plus
- Strong skills in strategic and quantitative analysis, project management, coupled with strong communication and presentation skills
- Deeply curious, master researcher, passionate about technology and SaaS
- Proven ability and willingness to learn and understand emerging trends in the Insurtech landscape
- Use AI/data tools to improve process efficiency.
- Property & Casualty insurance understanding will be prioritized.
- Bachelor’s required; MBA preferred.
In addition, some roles may be eligible for the annual company bonus plan, commissions, and/or long term incentive awards which are contingent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, company and employee performance.
Disability Accommodations and Guidewire’s Appeals Process. Guidewire provides accommodations to the hiring process to create a fair opportunity for candidates with disabilities to contend for open positions. Accommodation requests should be directed to If things do not go as hoped, we invite you to use our appeals process. Guidewire promises to independently review any denied accommodation and any decision not to…
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