Senior Analyst, Strategy & Corporate Development

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.Your ImpactAxon’s Strategy & Corporate Development team focuses on evaluating and executing acquisitions, investments, partnerships and other strategic initiatives. The team also plays a critical role in formulating the company’s long-term strategic direction as well as in capital and resource allocation decisions. We develop informed positions on big questions that drive the value and long-term competitive advantage of Axon’s business. We are a small but high-impact team and are currently seeking a Sr. Analyst on the Strategy & Corporate Development team. You will work closely with Axon’s executive team and key product leaders across the company on high impact projects including M&A, investments, and other strategic initiatives.Work Location: This role is based out of one our HUB locations and follows a hybrid schedule. We rely on in-person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless there is an approved workplace accommodation. We believe that connection fuels innovation, and our in-office culture is designed to foster meaningful teamwork, mentorship, and shared success.What You'll DoDevelop deep understanding of Axon’s existing product offering and roadmap, competitive landscape, and broader ecosystem constituentsPerform quantitative and qualitative analysis on potential M&A and investment areas and specific opportunities, including market analyses and financial modelingPartner with Axon’s executive leadership to formulate and articulate sound and objective theses, as well as determine relative prioritization, for M&A and investment opportunitiesDrive end-to-end M&A and investment diligence and execution processes, as well as help manage Axon’s growing investment portfolioJoin forces with key stakeholders including Product, Sales, Supply Chain, Finance/Accounting, Legal, and People Operations to perform thorough diligence and seamless deal executionHelp develop seamless M&A and investment processes into a core competency and center-of-excellence at AxonBuild quarterly presentations to Axon’s Board of Directors highlighting relevant Strategy & Corporate Development updates and opportunitiesPerform ad-hoc corporate finance analyses supporting Axon’s capital structure roadmap and quarterback execution of capital market transactionsTackle hard, ambiguous questions with rigor and independence, owning projects from problem definition to final recommendationTake on high degree of ownership, directly framing and influencing Axon’s most strategic decisions with a “win right” attitudeWhat You BringBachelor’s degree3+ years of experience at a top-tier bulge bracket, boutique investment bank, or private equity firm with focus on M&A, investing and/or capital raisingPassion for Axon’s mission to Protect Life and having a meaningful positive impact on societyHigh energy with low ego and a “can-do” attitudeProven M&A and investment process execution experienceExpert Excel skills including advanced proficiency with financial modeling and valuationAdvanced PowerPoint skills including comfort with presenting to internal and external executive audiencesExcellent hypothesis-driven problem solving skills, bringing structure to quantitative and qualitative insightsAdept at quickly grasping software and business technology markets, trends, and dynamicsAbility to work across teams and with external partners to solve challenging problemsStrong understanding of markets, competition, and how to leverage core competencies to create defensible strategiesExperience in synthesizing and communicating complex analysis and ideas with ease both verbally and in writingAbility to manage, prioritize and advance numerous mission critical projects simultaneously combined with exceptional organizational skillsBenefitsCompetitive salary and 401k with employer matchHybrid work scheduleDiscretionary paid time offPaid parental leave for allMedical, Dental, Vision plansFitness ProgramsEmotional & Mental Wellness supportLearning & Development programsAnd yes, we have snacks in our officesBenefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit .Base Pay Range$118,800—$174,240 USDDon’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Important NotesThe above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.We collect personal information from applicants to evaluate candidates for employment. You may request access, deletion, or exercise other CCPA rights at View email address on click.appcast.io or via our Axon Privacy Web Form. For more information, please see the Your California Privacy Rights section of our Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice.Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. 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