Royal Caribbean Group

AVP, Corporate Development

Royal Caribbean Group • $150K — $200K *
Miami, FL 33186In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and MBA required; CFA preferred
  • 10-15 years of experience in Corporate Development, Investment Banking, Transaction Advisory, or Private Equity
  • Cruise or travel industry experience is advantageous
  • Strong skills in financial modeling and P&L forecasting
  • Extensive familiarity with legal contracts and legal processes
  • Exceptional writing and presentation skills
  • Strong organizational, communication, and peer management abilities

Responsibilities

  • Build and execute a plan for identifying acquisition and investment opportunities
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key industry players and potential acquisition targets
  • Conduct thorough analysis of targets for strategic and financial impact, presenting findings to C-Suite
  • Oversee financial analysis and valuation inputs conducted by analysts and outside advisors
  • Coordinate due diligence with target executives, advisors, and internal experts
  • Lead due diligence findings reporting to C-Suite
  • Direct internal operational teams in identifying issues and conducting necessary follow-up due diligence
  • Manage integration/separation planning and implementation for acquisitions and divestitures
  • Negotiate and execute vessel sale transactions, supporting the delivery of transacted vessels
  • Hire and motivate top talent while fostering team development through mentorship and coaching

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead a critical M&A agenda in a dynamic industry
  • Chance to work closely with C-Suite executives and influential industry players
  • Focus on professional growth through mentorship and cross-functional project exposure
  • Engagement in significant negotiations and deal structuring activities
  • A strong team-oriented environment conducive to collaborative success
Full Job Description
The AVP of Corporate Development leads the team that will be responsible for helping to shape, and execute the agenda for mergers and acquisitions and other major Group investments. The AVP will lead a team of Corporate Development professionals and work directly with Sr. Executives to generate, evaluate and/or drive the company's M&A agenda, which includes transaction structuring, negotiation execution, closing and post-close- activities. The successful candidate needs to have the experience, maturity and confidence to interface with company executives, external deal intermediaries, and business owners. This position also requires a humble, self-aware personal style that results in cross-functional teaming to drive consensus around solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. M&A and Divestitures
  • Build a plan to identify and foster potential acquisition and investment opportunities
  • Develop and maintain relations with key industry participants and potential targets
  • Lead the team to conduct and maintain significant ownership of analysis and vetting of potential targets for strategic fit and financial impact on RCL and present to C-Suite
  • Define business drivers and inputs, refine, and oversee financial and valuation analysis done by Sr. Analysts and outside advisors
  • Coordinate due diligence efforts with target executive team, outside advisors, and internal subject matter experts
  • Lead the reporting on due diligence findings and provide summaries to internal C-Suite
  • Lead internal operational teams and functional leaders to identify key issues and conduct additional / follow-up due diligence work streams
  • Develop CEO and / or Board of Directors investment memoranda and presentations
  • Support and manage significant deal structuring and negotiations
  • Active interaction with C-Suite


  1. Integrations/ Carve-outs
  • Lead the Integration Management Office or Separation Management Office
  • Lead internal teams on integration/separation planning and implementation
  • Responsible for Day 1 Readiness, Day 100 Planning and Integration/Separation Roadmap, Change Management and Synergies extraction
  • Lead Executive Reporting and Program Communications


  1. Fleet Management
  • Work with Corporate Strategy and Brands Leadership to routinely review the fleet and identify opportunities for value creation through assets disposal
  • Maintain an active network of brokers, buyers, and investors
  • Negotiate and execute all vessel sale transactions
  • Support the delivery of all vessels transacted
  1. Team Development
  • Hire and retain top talent
  • Motivate and engage direct reports, including providing day-to-day direction, mentorship and coaching.
  • Actively provide stretch opportunities and exposure to cross-functional projects

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor and MBA required, CFA preferred
  • Minimum of 10-15 years of deal experience in Corporate Development, Investment Banking, Transaction Advisory, or Private Equity
  • Cruise or travel industry experience a strong plus
  • Strong financial modeling, P&L forecasting, and business plan analysis experience
  • Extensive experience with legal contracts and legal process
  • Excellent writing and presentation creation skills
  • Excellent organizational, communication and peer management skills
  • Self-starter with intellectual curiosity, a strong desire to learn, and passion for creating an excellent work product
  • Demonstrated team player with ability to manage and elevate team members

About Royal Caribbean Group

Royal Caribbean Group is a cruise vacation company with a global fleet of 63 ships traveling around the world. The company provides celebrity cruises and silversea cruises. Royal Caribbean Group was established in 1968 in Miami, Florida.

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There has never been a more exciting time to explore job opportunities with Royal Caribbean Group, a leader in the global cruise industry known for innovation and excellence.

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Join Royal Caribbean Group's dynamic team to help redefine the travel experience for millions of guests worldwide. The company's commitment to growth and leadership in the cruise industry offers a unique platform for professionals to advance their careers. Transform the future of travel with Royal Caribbean Group, where diversity, innovation, and a passion for service converge to create extraordinary vacation experiences. Lead in a market where skills in technology, customer service, and operational excellence are prized. Royal Caribbean Group stands at the forefront of the travel industry, offering team members unparalleled opportunities for career advancement. Work alongside a global team of professionals dedicated to pioneering new paths in the cruise sector. Royal Caribbean Group fosters a culture of innovation and leadership, making it an ideal workplace for those aiming to make a significant impact.

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The team is actively building a robust professional network, inviting individuals to master their career journey in the vibrant world of cruise travel.

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Engage with a diverse team at Royal Caribbean Group—professionals dedicated to reshaping the future of travel through continuous innovation and a deep understanding of the global travel market.

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Deliver targeted solutions and exceptional guest experiences by leveraging deep industry knowledge and a commitment to innovation that’s second to none.

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Size
10,001 employees
Industry
Hospitality & Recreation
* Ladders Estimates

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