Head of Business Development (M&A)

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part‑time or full‑time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off

FinFit financial coaching and services

401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service

Employee stock purchase plan

Life and disability insurance, plus buy‑up option

Flexible Spending Accounts

The Manager Corporate Business Development is responsible for supporting strategic growth initiatives through partnerships, strategic investments, innovative commercial opportunities, joint ventures, licensing and acquisitions. This will be a key role supporting the Corporate Business Development team in their evaluation and execution of transactions. The role is responsible for developing and preparing financial models, supporting technology assessment, managing end‑to‑end due diligence, negotiating transaction agreements and presenting strategic recommendations to key leaders and stakeholders. This individual will prepare valuation analysis in Excel and C‑Suite level business cases in PowerPoint, support due diligence, and be leveraged in the negotiation process. Ideal candidate brings strong strategic thinking, financial and analytical rigor, and proven experience driving partnerships or executing transactions in healthcare, life sciences, or related sectors.

Supports strengthening overall quality of deal flow spawning from Quest and that align with Quest’s strategic interest

Drives Corporate Business Development strategic initiatives through the researching and monitoring of markets, technology, intellectual property and companies

Responsible for preparation of company profiles and presentations on proposed licensing transactions, strategic investments, and alliances for senior management review

Responsible for developing financial models and valuation models to screen and evaluate licensing and investment opportunities

Assists with sourcing and identification of innovation opportunities and monitoring venture landscape for disruptive business models and healthcare solutions

Leads investment management activities and drives due diligence on equity transactions including organizing and coordination of the deal team activitiesHas direct interaction with Bankers, Venture Capital firms, and strategic partners through the deal execution process

Maintains BD pipeline and strategic investment database, develops Quarterly BD Pipeline Report and strategic investment reports that are used to organize the Business Development group’s activities and to communicate with senior management

Work Experience:
6 - 8+ years of experience in corporate business development, strategy, investment banking, consulting, or healthcare venture investing

Preferred Work Experience

Prior experience in analyzing companies and technology platforms across a wide range of industry subspecialties including lab services, healthcare information technology, and molecular diagnostics / in‑vitro diagnostics is preferred

Experience building financial models and analyzing financial statements

Research skills and experience using web‑based screening tools

Demonstrated ability to think strategically, and develop strategic insights about industry drivers, clinical trends and competitive landscape to subsequently develop a corporate business development strategy

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint as well as Internet/Web applications

Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

Must possess intellectual integrity and personal trustworthiness to the extent that he/she generates trust among directors from multiple functions

Strong planning and organization skills

Ability to manage multiple transactions with multiple parties/business partners

Ability to interact confidently with all levels of employees including Senior Management

Ability to work independently and drive projects to conclusion

Business or Scientific Bachelor’s Degree (Required)

Master’s in related field (Preferred)

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

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