Career Opportunity
Vice President of Corporate Development
Category
Operations
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Salary
$200,000 - $250,000
Job Reference
54027
Title: Vice President of Corporate Development and M&A
Location: Remote
Company:
This is with a private equity-backed industrial field services business providing precision machining & repair services, the business has completed more than five acquisitions and is on a strong path towards a successful exit in the coming years.
Position:
The VP of Corporate Development will lead key aspects of the company’s acquisition and investment strategy, working closely with senior leadership to identify, evaluate, and execute strategic transactions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in M&A. Prior experience in Private Equity and Investment Banking is preferred.
This role requires an individual who is comfortable navigating complex acquisition processes, including market analysis, due diligence, valuation modeling, and deal structuring. The VP of Corporate Development will play a crucial role in shaping the company’s growth trajectory and ensuring the smooth integration of acquired businesses.
Key Responsibilities:
M&A Strategy & Execution
- Develop and implement a structured, data-driven approach to identifying and assessing acquisition opportunities.
- Build and maintain a robust pipeline of acquisition targets within relevant end markets.
- Source opportunities through proprietary relationships, industry events, investment banks, private equity firms, and other intermediaries.
- Lead financial modeling, valuation analysis, and risk assessments to support deal structuring and strategic decision-making.
- Oversee cross-functional due diligence, coordinating efforts across finance, operations, legal, and external advisors.
- Serve as the primary liaison with target companies, guiding sellers—particularly founder-led businesses—through the transaction process.
- Negotiate purchase agreements, deal structures, and key terms in collaboration with executive leadership, private equity sponsors, and legal counsel.
Strategic Partnerships & Market Intelligence
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to refine M&A strategy and long-term investment priorities.
- Monitor economic and industry trends to identify and recommend strategic growth opportunities.
- Partner with senior executives, finance teams, and private equity sponsors to align on investment objectives.
Qualifications & Experience
- 6–8+ years of experience in corporate development, M&A, investment banking, or private equity.
- Proven track record of sourcing, evaluating, and executing M&A transactions, including pipeline development.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex deal processes from initial evaluation to close.
- Expertise in financial modeling, valuation analysis, and deal structuring.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills, with experience working with founder-led businesses and first-time sellers.
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced, high-growth, private equity-backed environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modeling tools.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple transactions and competing priorities.
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