Job Type
Full-time
Description
Fully Remote (U.S. Only): This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from home or location of record within the U.S. with no in-office requirements. You must be available five days per week during designated work hours. The work arrangement for this role is subject to change based on business needs and individual performance. This may include adjustments to on-site requirements or schedule expectations, as necessary.
Position OverviewReporting to a Director of Corporate Strategy & Development, the Manager, Corporate Strategy & Development will be a key leader driving various workstreams related to strategy, M&A, capital markets, special projects/growth initiatives and business development in alignment with the Board, CEO/CFO, and the executive team. The position will have direct interaction with the CEO, CFO, and other senior executives throughout the company.
Primary Responsibilities The below represents the primary duties of the position; others may be assigned as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Work with the Directors and VP of Corporate Strategy & Development, in partnership with the executive team and cross-functional partners, to develop/refine strategic plans and drive execution of strategic initiatives
- Lead research and analysis of key strategic markets to understand and articulate market trends, competitive landscape and areas of opportunity
- Develop build/buy/partner analyses and business cases for growth opportunities, partnering across cross-functional teams
- Build financial models and pro-forma views of acquisition opportunities in partnership with the FP&A team
- Present analyses and recommendations to the executive team in a clear, concise, and professional manner
- Drive execution in all phases of M&A processes and capital markets transactions (i.e., pre-deal thesis creation and analyses, due diligence coordination and execution, integration planning and post-close integration)
- Partner with the Directors and VP of Corporate Strategy & Development to lead and drive key strategic partner/vendor discussions
- Lead and mentor senior analyst(s)
Education and ExperienceRequired- Bachelor's degree: Finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred; MBA valued
- 5+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, venture capital, corporate development, consulting, strategy or transaction services, preferably in the software / tech sector
- 3+ years direct people management experience preferred
- Successful and demonstrable track record quarterbacking M&A transaction execution; ideally for software / tech companies
- Demonstrated strong project planning, deal ownership and cross-functional team management and coordination skills
- Experience preparing and delivering industry/company, strategy, financial, and operational presentations for the board and executive level
- Financial modelling experience building operational models, acquisition models, and pro-forma financials, etc. plus strong understanding of financial markets and valuation
- Advanced knowledge of MS office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
- Driven, results-oriented mindset; history of perseverance and passion for achieving goals
- Strong work ethic; accustomed to delivering results in a fast-paced environment in a structured and organized manner
- Superior written / verbal communication skills, and quantitative and analytical skills
Preferred- Exposure to public equity or debt capital markets
- Software or tech transaction experience
- Experience with technology and software industry is valued; interest and ability to understand technical and financial concepts quickly
Physical requirements- Ability to sit for extended periods: The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods, typically 7-8 hours a day.
- Use of computer and phone systems: The employee must be able to operate a computer, use phone systems, and type. This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously
The base pay range for this position is $108,000- $150,000/yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual bonus and restricted stock unit grant based on individual performance in addition to a full range of benefits outlined here . This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via www.paylocity.com/careers.
