M&A Business Development Manager

Overview

At Wipfli, people count.

At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do-the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.

People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

Job Overview:

The M&A Business Development Manager is responsible for developing and executing the firm's M&A business development strategy. This role is accountable for building and managing the acquisition pipeline, establishing outreach strategies, and developing relationships with prospective acquisition targets.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the overall strategy for sourcing and building a robust M&A acquisition pipeline.

• Design and oversee outreach approaches, including research, targeted communications, and relationship building efforts.

• Conduct introductory and exploratory discussions with prospective acquisition targets to assess interest and alignment.

• Build and maintain relationships with firm leadership and external prospects to facilitate introductions and deal flow.

• Track pipeline activity, progress, and outcomes using CRM platforms and provide regular updates to leadership.

• Partner with Corporate Development leadership to escalate qualified opportunities and support deal progression.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business or a related field required.

• Five (5) or more years of experience in a business development or relationship driven role.

• One (1) or more years of experience in professional services.

• Strong ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Proven relationship building and stakeholder management capabilities.

• Ability to influence and collaborate across organizational levels.

• Strategic mindset paired with strong execution focus.

• Comfort operating in a fastpaced, growthoriented environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook; working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.

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Additional Details

Additional Details:

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at View email address on click.appcast.io

Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $129,000-$174,000, with offers typically not made at the maximum, allowing for future salary increases. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws.

Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and Firm performance.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution, well-being incentive, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location.

"Wipfli" is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Job LocationsUS-IL-Chicago

Job ID 2026-7862

Category Other

Remote No