What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager Corporate Development position at Western Veterinary Partners?
Western Veterinary Partners (WVP) is a private equity backed company that acquires, invests in, and supports veterinary practices and animal hospitals across the United States. WVP is highly acquisitive and focused on continued growth and expansion into new regional markets and states. Post-acquisition, WVP supports its partner practices with the non-clinical side of the business by providing industry leading business support services.
We are seeking a Corporate Development Manager who will support WVP's acquisition efforts in both analyzing new opportunities and playing a significant role in deal execution and due diligence. The candidate will join a highly collaborative and motivated team in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Qualified candidates should demonstrate strong financial analysis and valuation skills, prior experience in an M&A or transaction-related role (investment banking, private equity, consulting, capital markets, etc.), excellent communication and time management skills, ability to take the initiative on tasks, a positive and goal-oriented attitude, and a desire to work with, learn from, and help others.
This role is based in Denver, Colorado and will require in office two days a week.
The position will report directly to the Vice President of Development and work closely with senior executives, selling owners, and various stakeholders to drive successful transactions that align with WVP's strategic decision making.
Primary Job Responsibilities
WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.
The application window will be open for the next four weeks ending March 31st, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after four-week window.
We are seeking a Corporate Development Manager who will support WVP's acquisition efforts in both analyzing new opportunities and playing a significant role in deal execution and due diligence. The candidate will join a highly collaborative and motivated team in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Qualified candidates should demonstrate strong financial analysis and valuation skills, prior experience in an M&A or transaction-related role (investment banking, private equity, consulting, capital markets, etc.), excellent communication and time management skills, ability to take the initiative on tasks, a positive and goal-oriented attitude, and a desire to work with, learn from, and help others.
This role is based in Denver, Colorado and will require in office two days a week.
The position will report directly to the Vice President of Development and work closely with senior executives, selling owners, and various stakeholders to drive successful transactions that align with WVP's strategic decision making.
Primary Job Responsibilities
- Collect all relevant financial and other preliminary diligence information from various targets to evaluate key opportunities and risks associated with a potential acquisition.
- Create detailed financial models to assess new hospital acquisitions and investment opportunities (including joint ventures)
- Perform pro forma valuation analyses and create various purchase price / acquisition considerations and structures for potential targets
- Create investment memoranda to seek investment approval
- Create proposals (indications of interest, letters of intent, etc.) to be presented to potential acquisition targets
- Perform post-LOI due diligence on acquisition targets, including financial & accounting, operations and HR / benefits, and legal due diligence efforts
- Develop clear and organized communication across internal company functions (Integrations, Operations, Legal, Accounting, Payroll, and HR)
- Provide consistent and clear communication to external parties involved throughout the due diligence and execution process (selling veterinarians and their advisors, internal advisors and lenders, etc.)
- Located in Denver Colorado
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or a related field
- Minimum of three years of experience in an M&A or other transaction-related role (investment banking, private equity, consulting, or other relevant industries with a strong focus on mergers and acquisitions)
- Excellent critical thinking, communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong understanding of financial analysis, strategic initiatives, and deal structuring
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to work independently, in cross-functional teams, and manage a high volume of projects.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment
- Ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner
WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.
The application window will be open for the next four weeks ending March 31st, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after four-week window.
- This role is not open to receiving agency candidates and any contingent submissions will not be honored.