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Corporate Development Associate

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  • Identify and evaluate potential acquisition targets with a strong focus on SaaS AI-driven businesses and emerging technology companies.

  • Build and maintain a pipeline of acquisition opportunities through proactive sourcing networking and market research.

  • Lead financial analysis business valuation due diligence and deal structuring.

  • Assess acquisition targets based on financial performance technology product-market fit growth potential and strategic alignment.

  • Develop relationships with founders investors investment bankers and other key stakeholders.

  • Partner directly with executive leadership to develop and execute M&A strategy.

  • Lead negotiations and coordinate transaction processes from initial outreach through closing.

  • Evaluate opportunities to leverage AI and automation within existing and prospective portfolio companies.

  • Collaborate with internal teams to support post-acquisition integration and value creation.

  • Monitor SaaS AI and startup market trends to identify emerging investment opportunities.


  • Qualifications :

    • 46 years of experience in investment banking (software/technology M&A strongly preferred) corporate development at a fund or PE-backed company or a senior business development role with direct M&A exposure

    • Must have experience working with or evaluating SaaS businesses including an understanding of recurring revenue models SaaS metrics and valuation.

    • Must have startup experience with a demonstrated ability to operate in fast-paced entrepreneurial environments.

    • Must have strong knowledge of AI technologies and be comfortable using AI to optimize workflow. 

    • Experience with financial modeling business valuation due diligence and transaction analysis.

    • Strong analytical negotiation and communication skills.

    • Ability to independently manage multiple projects and priorities.

    • Comfortable working directly with founders executives and senior leadership.

    • Experience evaluating early-stage and growth-stage technology businesses.

    • Familiarity with post-acquisition integration and operational value creation.

    • Based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

    Additional Information :

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

    For transparency this role pays $130-160k Base annual bonuses tied to deals closed. Equity up for discussion.

    Remote Work :

    Yes

    Employment Type :

    Full-time

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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