What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Development Analyst position at Niles Industrial Coatings, LLC?
Mission Statement: Unlocking potential while protecting your most critical assets.
Core Values: Care Trust Help (C.T.H.)
Summary of Position
The Corporate Development Analyst supports the company’s growth initiatives through mergers and acquisitions (M&A), strategic analysis, and partnership evaluation. This role works closely with executive leadership and operating teams to gather insights, evaluate opportunities, and contribute to initiatives aligned with the company’s long-term growth strategy.
This position focuses on financial analysis, research, and execution support, helping translate data into insights that inform business decisions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Corporate Development & M&A
- Support identification and evaluation of acquisition, partnership, and investment opportunities
- Assist with financial modeling, valuation analysis, and due diligence activities
- Maintain and support a pipeline of potential opportunities aligned with growth priorities
- Coordinate materials and information across internal and external stakeholders
- Support post-acquisition tracking and performance reporting
Strategic Planning & Growth
- Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend assessments
- Support evaluation of geographic expansion, new service lines, and market entry opportunities
- Assist in developing business cases and financial models
- Provide analysis to support strategic decision-making (buy vs. build vs. partner)
Operational & Performance Support
- Support development and tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Assist operating teams with data and analysis tied to strategic initiatives
- Provide insights into operational, workforce, and financial trends
Communication & Collaboration
- Prepare reports, presentations, and analysis for leadership review
- Collaborate with finance, operations, and business unit teams
- Support relationships with external partners, advisors, and industry contacts
- Share relevant market insights and findings across the organization
Required Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field preferred
· 1–3 years of experience in corporate development, finance, consulting, or related field preferred
· Strong analytical, financial modeling, and data interpretation skills
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and support cross-functional projects
· Ability to translate data into clear insights and recommendations
Technical Skills
· Advanced Excel (data analysis, financial modeling)
· Experience with business intelligence or data tools (Power BI or similar preferred)
Niles Shared Services is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and believes that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements therefore, we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, marital status or parental status, height, weight, citizenship status, arrest record, disability, genetic information, military or veterans’ status or any other legally protected status by federal, state, or local law.