Sr Director Corp, Business Development

Senior Director Corporate, Business Development Innovation Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. How you will make an impact Leading corporate development projects from start to finish, including assessing potential targets, making recommendations, structuring and negotiating agreements, and coordinating integration efforts. Executing high‑criticality corporate development projects, identifying and vetting strategic partnerships and acquisitions with strategic fit and financial impact. Synthesizing information from multiple sources to generate insights and recommendations on business development strategies and opportunities for Edwards. Building financial models to assess market opportunities and potential technology investments as a basis for go/no‑go strategic decisions. Preparing monthly briefing materials for executive management and the Board of Directors. Contributing to the Edwards Corporate Development pipeline. Coordinating due diligence efforts, including the collection and dissemination of diligence materials. Preparing and analyzing alternative deal structuring options. Coordinating the preparation of definitive agreement schedules. Identifying value creation/synergies and developing integration roadmaps with relevant business unit, functional and regional stakeholders. What you will need (required) Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a related field. Minimum of 14 years of experience in related fields, or minimum of 12 years of related experience with a Master’s degree. Experience in Business Development, Corporate Development, investment banking, strategy consulting, venture capital, or a related field. Experience negotiating deals within a global corporate environment. Experience managing post‑merger integrations. What else we look for (preferred) Experience working in a regulated industry. Experience in medical devices and/or healthcare with deep clinical/technical knowledge of the structural heart disease market. Experience in capital markets. Experience in financial analysis, strategy, strategic marketing, and international/global markets. Demonstrated successful track record in negotiating and overseeing R&D‑focused, business development projects in the healthcare industry. Proven project management leadership skills. Ability to build high‑trust relationships with external stakeholders, including VC firms, private equity, entrepreneurs, and other sources of innovation. Excellent problem‑solving, organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills, with high discretion/judgment in decision making. Leverages negotiation and interpersonal relationship skills to drive achievement of objectives while interfacing with all levels within an organization, including CEO and senior executives. Ability to work and excel within a fast‑paced, matrixed, dynamic, and constantly changing work environment. Compensation and benefits For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $209,000 to $296,000 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors, such as qualifications, education, and prior experience. Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website. Equal Opportunity / EEO Statement Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities. COVID Vaccination Requirement Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. All patient‑facing and in‑hospital positions require COVID‑19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID‑19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination. #J-18808-Ljbffr Edwards Lifesciences Gruppe