Corporate Development Manager

I'm partnering with a large, $1B public company based in Irvine, CA. to hire a Manager of Corporate Development/M&A. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing corporate development team with an active deal pipeline, strong mentorship, and direct exposure to the CFO and broader C-suite. The role will support the full M&A lifecycle, including: Developing and evaluating the acquisition pipeline Building valuation, DCF, merger, LBO, and accretion/dilution models Leading cross-functional due diligence workstreams Assessing strategic fit, risks, synergies, and value-creation opportunities Preparing transaction materials for senior leadership and the Board Supporting deal negotiations, integration planning, and strategic initiatives The team expects to complete 1-2 buy-side transactions annually, with an average deal size of approximately $125M-$250M. The position will initially be an individual-contributor role, with the potential to add an analyst-level direct report as the team grows. Ideal background: 3-7 years of relevant corporate development or M&A experience Strong valuation and financial-modeling capabilities Experience supporting transactions across multiple stages of the deal lifecycle Excellent communication skills and executive presence Investment banking, private equity, transaction advisory, or strategy experience is a plus Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; MBA preferred Compensation: $180K-$230K base salary plus a 10% annual bonus and potential eligibility for annual RSU grants. #J-18808-Ljbffr