Head of Corporate Development

About the Role

This is a hybrid role for a Head of Corporate Development based in the Greater Chicago Area. The position offers a competitive salary range of $225,000-$275,000, plus a bonus. Comprehensive benefits are included, such as medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the identification, assessment, and execution of strategic acquisitions to enhance market share, technological capabilities, or product offerings.
• Oversee the intricate process of evaluating potential transactions, encompassing financial modeling, risk evaluation, and negotiation.
• Develop and implement ongoing processes, cultivate necessary skill sets, and establish a robust strategy to support the company's corporate development function amidst rapid expansion.
• Continuously monitor market dynamics, pinpoint emerging opportunities, and analyze competitor strategies to inform strategic decisions.
• Assess the advantages of prospective acquisitions and manage the process of building consensus among internal and external stakeholders.
• Evaluate potential synergies and risks associated with proposed transactions.
• Analyze the company's core strengths, weaknesses, and market standing to identify strategic avenues for growth.
• Manage equity cap tables and conduct in-depth strategic analyses concerning ownership, value contributions, and upcoming financial requirements for share retirement, buyouts, and option valuations.
• Lead a team responsible for underwriting financial deal models, conducting cross-functional due diligence, and managing cross-functional M&A integration efforts.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Business is required; an MBA with a focus on Finance or Accounting is preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in managing Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) processes and associated deliverables.

Additional Information

To apply for this position, please submit your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m. Our recruitment specialists leverage their expertise and proprietary AI to expedite the process of finding suitable job matches.