Corporate Development Manager

Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid - 3-4 days/week in office)

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

Experience Level: 2-4 years

Position Overview

LineVision is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Corporate Development Manager to support the CFO and CEO with critical business operations spanning fundraising, customer proposals, legal contract management, and strategic projects. This is an exceptional opportunity for a professional with 2-4 years of experience to gain broad exposure to all aspects of running a high-growth technology company.

This role reports to the CFO and serves both the CFO and CEO on mission-critical initiatives. You'll work directly with senior leadership while developing versatile skills across finance, legal, sales, and operations. The ideal candidate is planning to pursue law school or business school within 2-3 years and wants to build a strong foundation through hands-on experience with contracts, fundraising, and executive operations.

Key Responsibilities

Equity Fundraising Support (25%)

• Assist with preparation of investor materials, pitch decks, and data room documentation
• Coordinate due diligence processes with potential investors and external legal counsel
• Maintain cap table documentation and equity-related agreements
• Support active fundraising efforts and investor relations for future rounds
• Track fundraising pipeline and manage investor communications
• Help prepare materials for board meetings and investor updates
  
  
  

Customer Proposal Development (25%)

• Draft and review commercial proposals, RFP responses, and SOW documents
• Coordinate cross-functional input from engineering, operations, and finance teams
• Ensure proposal accuracy regarding pricing, terms, and technical specifications
• Maintain proposal templates and process documentation
• Support contract negotiations with customer legal teams
  
  
  

Legal & Contract Management (30%)

• Review, organize, and track customer agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, and HR-related documents
• Coordinate contract review process with external legal counsel for major agreements
• Maintain contract management system and ensure compliance with key terms
• Flag key contract provisions, deadlines, and renewal dates
• Draft standard agreements and amendments using established templates
• Support employment offer letters and other routine legal documents
• Serve as point of contact for routine contract questions across the organization
  
  
  

General Administration & Project Management (20%)

• Manage special projects as assigned by CFO and CEO
• Prepare board materials, reports, and executive presentations
• Coordinate meetings, track action items, and ensure follow-through
• Develop and maintain internal processes and documentation
• Support strategic initiatives requiring cross-functional coordination
• Interface with all departments as needed to support CEO and CFO priorities
  
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required (any major)
  
  
  

Experience:

• 2-4 years of relevant professional experience, which could include:
• Law firm roles (paralegal, legal assistant, clerk, or similar)
• Corporate legal department (contracts administrator, legal operations)
• Investment banking, private equity, or venture capital
• Management consulting or corporate strategy
• Business operations at a technology or startup company
• Any role demonstrating experience with legal documents and contracts
  
  
  

Core Skills:

• Demonstrated experience reading, reviewing, and working with legal contracts and commercial agreements
• Proven track record of managing multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact effectively with executives
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
  
  
  

Preferred (but not required):

• Planning to attend law school or business school within 2-5 years
• Prior exposure to technology companies, B2B sales, or regulated industries
• Experience with fundraising, investor relations, or startup financing
• Familiarity with commercial contract structures (SaaS, licensing, professional services)
• Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot)
• Experience with contract management tools (e.g., DocuSign CLM, Ironclad, ContractWorks)
• Project management experience or certification
• Understanding of corporate governance, cap table management, or securities law
  
  
  

Key Competencies

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Ability to analyze complex situations, identify issues, and propose practical solutions

Attention to Detail: Meticulous accuracy when reviewing legal documents, financial information, and customer proposals

Discretion & Judgment: Handle confidential information with appropriate sensitivity and demonstrate sound business judgment

Proactive Ownership: Self-starter who anticipates needs, identifies opportunities for improvement, and takes initiative

Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities and ambiguous situations

Collaboration: Work effectively with diverse stakeholders including executives, customers, investors, and external counsel

Written Communication: Exceptional ability to draft clear, professional business and legal correspondence

What We Offer

Professional Development:

• Direct mentorship from CFO and CEO with extensive industry experience
• Exposure to all aspects of running a high-growth technology company
• Opportunity to build skills across finance, legal, operations, and strategy
• Strong foundation for law school, business school, or continued career growth
• Ideal 2-3 year developmental role for graduate school preparation
  
  
  

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary range: $75,000 - $95,000 based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible PTO policy
• Hybrid work arrangement (3-4 days/week in Boston office)
• Professional development support
  
  
  

Company Culture:

• Mission-driven team solving critical challenges in grid modernization
• Collaborative, transparent work environment
• Opportunity to make immediate impact at a growing company
• Direct access to leadership and strategic decision-making
• Cross-functional exposure across all aspects of the business
  
  
  

About LineVision

LineVision is a Boston-based grid technology company providing Dynamic Line Rating (DLR) solutions to electric utilities worldwide. Our patented non-contact LIDAR sensor technology enables utilities to monitor transmission line capacity in real-time, unlocking existing grid capacity and accelerating the integration of renewable energy. We serve major customers including National Grid, AES, and Xcel Energy.

Founded in 2018, LineVision has raised $49.9M in funding and grown to approximately 90 employees. We're at an exciting inflection point as we scale our technology deployment and expand into new markets.

We're looking to fill this position as soon as possible.

LineVision is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

Salary Description

$75,000-95,000 base annually