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Job description
Head of Corporate Development / Head of Strategy
Location
Austin, TX | Ottawa, ON | Northeast U.S. (Hybrid)
Overview
A sponsor-backed software company is seeking a Head of Corporate Development / Head of Strategy to help drive its next phase of growth. This individual will partner closely with executive leadership and investors to lead corporate development initiatives, evaluate strategic opportunities, and execute an active M&A agenda.
This is a highly visible leadership role with responsibility across deal sourcing, transaction execution, integration, strategic planning, and value creation initiatives.
Responsibilities
Lead the company's corporate development and M&A strategy
Identify, source, and evaluate acquisition opportunities
Build financial models, valuation analyses, and investment recommendations
Manage transaction execution, including diligence, negotiations, and closing processes
Oversee post-merger integration and value creation initiatives
Partner with senior leadership on strategic planning and growth initiatives
Develop relationships with investment banks, private equity firms, and industry participants
Monitor market trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging technologies
Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership and the Board
Qualifications
Approximately 12-15 years of experience
Prior experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, and Corporate Development and/or Strategy
Strong M&A transaction experience, including sourcing and execution
Experience evaluating acquisitions and growth opportunities
Proven ability to work cross-functionally with executive leadership teams
Strong financial modeling, valuation, and strategic analysis capabilities
Software, technology, or tech-enabled services experience preferred
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Head of Corporate Development / Strategy leadership role
Direct exposure to the executive team and private equity sponsor
Opportunity to influence corporate strategy and M&A direction
Ownership of the full transaction lifecycle, from sourcing through integration
Active acquisition mandate with meaningful growth initiatives
Ability to help build and scale a leading software platform through inorganic growth
Ideal Background: Investment Banking Private Equity Corporate Development / Strategy within software, technology, or tech-enabled businesses.
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Worksite address
austin, TX, 78716, US
Who can apply
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