Business Development Specialist - Mergers & Acquisitions
About the role
This three-year rotational role is designed for exceptional early-career talent who want to accelerate their path in strategic finance, M&A, and Corporate Development at Baker Hughes. Participants gain hands-on experience across the full deal lifecycle—strategy, diligence, valuation, negotiations, and integration—while working directly with Corporate Development leaders who help shape the company’s long-term direction.
Program Overview
The program is designed to build the core capabilities required for long-term success not only in Corporate Development, but across Baker Hughes’ broader finance and strategy functions. Fuel your passion by rotating across core Corporate Development & M&A workstreams, including:
- Strategic Analysis & Market Intelligence
- M&A Execution & Finance
- Capital Solutions
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Executive Communications
What You’ll Gain
A deep understanding of how a global industrial technology company evaluates and executes strategic investments, acquisitions, and divestitures
Exposure to senior executives and decision-makers
A strong foundation of financial, analytical, and strategic skills that translate across Corporate Development and the broader finance organization
Accelerated development in financial analysis, strategic thinking, and cross-functional leadership
Who You Are
A recent graduate of the Baker Hughes ASPIRE program or equivalent internal or external early-career candidate
Curious, analytical, and comfortable working in fast-moving, high-stakes environments
A clear communicator who can synthesize complexity into clarity
A collaborative teammate with and a bias for action
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Business, Economics, or related fields
- Analytical and financial modeling skills
- Meaningful interest in strategy, M&A, or corporate finance
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with professionalism and composure
Working with Us
We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Education Assistance
- Generous Parental Leave
About Us
We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner, and more efficient for people and the planet.
Join Us
Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you!