Senior Corporate Development Manager New York City

We’re hiring a Senior Corporate Development Manager to help shape Legora’s long‑term growth through strategic partnerships and acquisitions. You’ll sit close to the executive team and operate at the center of some of the company’s most consequential decisions – build, buy, or partner – with a mandate to turn strategy into action. This is a senior, high‑impact role with real ownership. You’ll lead complex, cross‑functional work end to end, influence product and market strategy, and help define Legora’s trajectory as we scale. What You’ll Do You’ll work closely with Legora’s leadership to identify, evaluate, and execute the opportunities that matter most for our long‑term growth. From early strategic thinking to deal execution and integration, you’ll own the full lifecycle and help align teams around a clear strategic direction. More than that, we believe you will thrive by taking ownership of: Partner with the executive team to define strategic priorities and assess build, buy, and partner opportunities Develop strategic theses, business case memos, financial analyses, and executive‑level presentations to support decision‑making Own corporate development processes end to end, including opportunity evaluation, due diligence, deal execution, and post‑deal integration Lead financial analysis to support valuation, negotiations, and investment decisions Build perspectives on market trends, competitive dynamics, and relevant VC, partnership, and M&A activity Work cross‑functionally with Product, Engineering, GTM, Finance, Legal, and People to drive alignment and execution What You Bring You’re someone who combines strong strategic judgment with hands‑on execution. You’re comfortable operating in ambiguity, enjoy owning complex problems, and know how to move between big‑picture thinking and detailed analysis without losing momentum. More than that, we believe you will bring: 8+ years of relevant professional experience in Corporate Development, Investment Banking, VC/PE, Strategy, or similar roles Demonstrated experience owning M&A and/or strategic partnership processes end to end Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complexity into clear recommendations A high degree of autonomy, ownership, and accountability in fast‑moving environments A structured, thoughtful approach to problem‑solving and decision‑making The ability to collaborate effectively with senior leaders across Product, Engineering, and Go‑to‑Market Nice to Have While not required, we think this role could be an especially strong fit if you’ve operated in high‑growth technology environments or worked close to product‑led businesses. Experience in adjacent markets or prior operating roles can be a meaningful advantage. More than that, we’d be excited if you bring: Experience in corporate development at a high‑growth SaaS or technology company Exposure to legal tech, enterprise software, or regulated B2B markets A background that blends strategy, transactions, and operating experience What's In It For You Global collaboration: Partner with teams and clients across Stockholm, New York, London, and Sydney. Competitive package: Comprehensive salary, benefits, and tools for success. Meaningful work: Your efforts shape how thousands of lawyers use AI daily. In‑person environment: Union Square office designed for ambitious builders and company provided lunch daily. Benefits & Perks: We invest in our people with a comprehensive, thoughtfully designed benefits package. Medical, Dental & Vision: Multiple medical plan options via Aetna and Kaiser Permanente; HSA or Healthcare FSA; Dental plans via MetLife; Vision plans via Vision Care. Family Support: Generous parental leave; Free access to Maven Clinic; Dependent Care FSA; Free One Medical membership for employees and dependents. Additional Perks: Pre‑tax commuter benefits; Life Insurance + STD/LTD; 401(K) with generous company match; Unlimited PTO; Robust voluntary benefits, including identity protection, legal coverage, pet savings programs. Legora is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Legora, we believe great teams are built on diversity of thought and experience. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive, high‑performance culture where everyone can do their best work. We welcome people of all backgrounds and don’t discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr