Corporate Development Manager

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We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Corporate Development Manager to drive our inorganic growth initiatives. This role will be instrumental in identifying, evaluating, and executing mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and investments aligned with our long-term vision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, originate, and evaluate strategic growth opportunities including mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and investments aligned with the company’s long-term goals.
• Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend monitoring to inform strategic decision-making.
• Develop detailed financial models and perform rigorous due diligence to assess the viability and valuation of potential deals.
• Lead end-to-end deal processes from origination, negotiation, closure, to post-merger integration ensuring smooth operational and cultural alignment.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, Product, and Operations teams to facilitate deal execution and integration activities.
• Prepare and present strategic recommendations, investment cases, and progress reports to senior leadership and board members.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong project management discipline, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, investors, and industry stakeholders to support deal sourcing and ecosystem development.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of acquired entities or partnerships post-integration to ensure value realization.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering or a related field; MBA, CFA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
• 4 to 5 years of relevant experience in corporate development, investment banking, management consulting, or strategy roles, preferably within IT services or technology sectors.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel for financial modeling, valuation, scenario analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage complex transactions and cross-functional teams effectively.
• Proven experience in deal origination, negotiation, execution, and integration of mergers and acquisitions.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking capabilities to evaluate business opportunities and risks.
• Superior communication and presentation skills for engaging with senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with legal and financial aspects of M&A transactions, including due diligence and contract review.
• Collaborative mindset with leadership qualities to influence and drive consensus across diverse teams.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Experience in the IT services or technology industry with understanding of market dynamics and competitive landscape.
• Knowledge of valuation methodologies, financial statement analysis, and corporate finance principles.
• Exposure to post-merger integration processes including operational, cultural, and technology integration.