Corporate Development Manager

Corporate Development Manager

Supports a variety of business strategy and development projects through qualitative and quantitative business analysis; projects may be within a business unit, across multiple business units, or involve an acquisition, the development of an equity alliance, or the creation of a joint venture. This position is expected to be able to lead cross functional projects and manage teams under tight deadlines. The role is on-site with flexibility. Candidates can be located in Nashville, TN or Indianapolis, IN.

Responsibilities

• Support Corporate Business Development Projects Projects vary in scope (JV Creation, Acquisitions, Divestitures & Strategic Partnerships)
• Lead corporate development projects.
• Develop financial valuation parameters and oversee development of financial models/assumptions for target project.
• Evaluate proposed transactions from strategic, financial, and structuring perspectives and play a key role in negotiations and deal flow. Identify and review business opportunities to help businesses achieve their growth targets.
• Support due diligence activities and actively participate in deal development, taking a lead role in financial and structuring steps, provide financial and business analysis and develop communication plans.
• Review contracts and understand their implications on deal structure Support target project (dis) integration activities Interact with investment banks as required Identify, support or lead diverse cross functional teams; prioritize task and manage work flows
• Anticipates needs with a strategic mindset; self-motivated with strong work ethic and ability to work on multiple projects with minimal supervision.
• Champion the A-review and delegation of authority processes among business unit leaders. As appropriate to department structure, manage department Analyst(s).

Qualifications

• Located in Indianapolis, IN or Nashville, TN, or be willing to relocate to either location.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field;
• MBA or CFA preferred.

Experience

• 5–8 years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, management consulting, corporate finance, or strategy.
• Demonstrated experience evaluating, structuring, and executing mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, or strategic partnerships.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills, including experience with DCF, comparable company, and precedent transaction analyses.
• Experience conducting commercial and financial due diligence and managing cross-functional transaction processes.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills with the ability to prepare executive-level materials and recommendations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.