Strategic M&A Specialist — Growth & Integration

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Mergers and Acquisitions Specialist San Jose, CA, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 1687 Salary Range: $95,000.00 To $115,000.00 Annually Title: Mergers & Acquisitions Specialist FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Project Manager Office Director Job Code: MAS About the Company GreenWaste has been an industry leader in recycling and waste diversion for 40 years and is on a growth trajectory after private equity investment in 2021. Our business was founded on principles of environmental sustainability, and innovation is a cornerstone of our ongoing operations and growth strategy. GreenWaste specializes in all aspects of material collection, processing, and sales, tailoring our service offerings to the unique needs of our customers and communities, and helping to shape the evolution of the solid waste and recycling industry. We work directly with 20+ municipalities and 50+ jurisdictions, operate highly regulated facilities in 10+ locations, and have 1,000+ employees. Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytically driven M&A Project Specialist to support the full lifecycle of mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnership transactions. This role sits at the intersection of corporate development and environmental services operations, playing a key part in evaluating, executing, and integrating deals that advance our growth strategy. Key Responsibilities Coordinate and manage due diligence workstreams across financial, legal, operational, and environmental compliance domains Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and status trackers to keep transactions on schedule and stakeholders aligned Build and review financial models, valuation analyses, and deal summaries to support investment decisions Liaise with internal teams (operations, legal, finance, HSE) and external advisors (investment banks, counsel, consultants) throughout the transaction process Support integration planning and post-close execution, including operational handoffs and synergy tracking Maintain organized deal documentation, data rooms, and pipeline reporting Conduct market and competitive research on acquisition targets in the environmental services sector Assist in preparing materials for executive and board-level presentations Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Environmental Science, or a related field; MBA a plus 3–5 years of experience in M&A, corporate development, investment banking, or management consulting Familiarity with environmental services, waste management, remediation, or adjacent industries strongly preferred Proficiency in financial modeling and valuation methodologies (DCF, comparables, precedent transactions) Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously under tight deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to senior leadership Language Skill Proficiency in English. Ability to communicate in Spanish is considered beneficial. Physical Demands Must be able to sit or stand in front of a computer for prolonged periods. Participation in site walks and inspections to monitor construction progress, quality, and safety compliance. Local travel to different GreenWaste facilities in California may require access to transportation. A typical work week is Monday through Friday in an office setting. Compensation and Benefits Financial compensation will be commensurate with applicable experience. GreenWaste offers a competitive benefits package, including paid time off, holiday pay, 401K benefits, FSA, and full employee coverage for medical, dental and vision insurance. GreenWaste provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr GreenWaste Recovery LLC