Director, Strategy and Corporate Development

Job description

Location: US-Remote

The Director, Strategy and Corporate Development will play a critical role supporting NIQ’s growth agenda, strategic initiatives, supporting mergers and acquisition, and executive‑level projects end‑to‑end. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with 7-10 years of experience who can independently lead deal processes and drive broader strategy and transformation efforts, while shaping the agenda alongside senior leadership.

The role partners closely with senior leaders across Strategy, Finance, Product/Technology, and Business Units, and offers exposure to executive leadership and board‑level decision making. This is the Strategy and Corporate Development team, with the potential to move up to a more senior role on the team or an operating role within one of NIQ’s business units.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Growth Initiatives

Lead enterprise and business unit strategy projects, including: Market and competitive analysis

Growth opportunity assessment

Strategic planning and prioritization

Help drive the three‑year planning process

Comfortable operating at all altitudes — from high‑level strategy with executives to digging into details alongside ICs

Thrive in fast‑paced, high‑autonomy environments with evolving priorities

Proficiency with modern AI tools and workflows - or the curiosity and initiative to learn and apply them independently

Author and present executive- and board‑level materials, including recommendations on strategic direction and capital allocation

Partner with business leaders to translate strategy into actionable plans

Corporate Development & M&A

Lead cross‑functional diligence teams (Finance, Legal, Product, Tech, HR), setting workplan, cadence, and escalation paths

Support integration planning and setting the team up for success

Partner with Finance to develop deal models and present recommendations to executive leadership

7–10 years of experience in one or more of: Corporate Development

Management Consulting

Investment Banking

Strategy or Corporate Finance roles

Track record of leading M&A processes from sourcing through close, including at least one deal owned end‑to‑end

Strong analytical and financial modeling skills

Experience presenting to and influencing C‑suite and board‑level audiences

Proven ability to lead multiple workstreams and small teams concurrently in a fast‑moving environment

Strong judgment, ownership mindset, and comfort working with senior leaders

Comfortable operating at all altitudes - from high‑level strategy with executives to digging into details alongside ICs

Thrive in fast‑paced, high‑autonomy environments with evolving priorities

Proficiency with modern AI tools and workflows - or the curiosity and initiative to learn and apply them independently

Preferred Background

Combination of top‑tier consulting and M&A (corporate development or investment banking) experience strongly preferred

Direct experience leading post‑merger integration or enterprise strategic growth initiatives

Experience in technology, data, analytics, or SaaS‑oriented businesses preferred

This role has a market‑competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $132,000.00 - $200,000.00. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales‑based incentive or performance‑based bonus. Other benefits include a flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry‑leading parental leave, life insurance, education support, and more.

Our Benefits

Flexible working environment

Volunteer time off

LinkedIn Learning

Employee‑Assistance‑Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job‑related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles:

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state‑of‑the‑art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit

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