Vice President of Corporate Development - M&A

Summary

Join us as the Vice President of Acquisition and Integration and lead the strategic growth of our company through mergers and acquisitions. You will oversee all aspects of the M&A process, from identifying and evaluating opportunities to executing seamless integrations. This critical leadership role requires developing and executing a robust M&A strategy, leading due diligence, and building strong relationships with stakeholders. You will also design and implement post-acquisition integration plans, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth transition. Furthermore, you will provide regular updates to the executive team and mentor a high-performing team of M&A professionals. Success in this role demands strong financial acumen and operational oversight.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in M&A, integration, or related roles, preferably within a private equity-backed environment
• Demonstrated track record of leading successful acquisitions and integrations

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a robust M&A strategy aligned with the company’s growth objectives
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize acquisition opportunities through market research, industry analysis, and networking
• Lead due diligence processes, including financial, operational, legal, and cultural assessments, to identify potential risks and synergies
• Build and maintain relationships with target companies, brokers, advisors, and other stakeholders to develop a pipeline of opportunities
• Design and execute post-acquisition integration plans, ensuring the seamless transition of acquired businesses into the company’s operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., finance, HR, operations, IT) to align processes, systems, and cultural elements
• Monitor and measure integration progress, addressing challenges and ensuring key milestones are achieved
• Identify and capture synergies, cost savings, and revenue growth opportunities from acquisitions
• Act as a trusted advisor to the executive team, private equity sponsors, and board of directors, providing regular updates on acquisition and integration progress
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of M&A and integration professionals
• Partner with functional leaders to ensure alignment across all phases of the M&A lifecycle
• Drive financial modeling and valuation of potential acquisitions in collaboration with the finance team
• Ensure adherence to the budget, timeline, and strategic objectives for each acquisition
• Identify operational improvements and efficiencies in acquired businesses

Preferred Qualifications

MBA