Corporate Development Sr Analyst

The Freeman Company is a global leader in events, redefining live experiences for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, Freeman shapes exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The company’s integrated full-service solutions combine a 99-year legacy in event management with new technologies to deliver impactful moments.

About the role

Freeman is seeking a Senior Analyst to join its Corporate Development team at an exciting stage of growth. This high-visibility, high-impact role places you at the center of strategic decision-making, working directly with senior leadership on M&A, investment evaluation, and inorganic growth initiatives. The Senior Analyst will own key analytical workstreams end-to-end: from early-stage target screening and market research through financial modeling, diligence coordination, and Investment Committee preparation. Success requires rigorous quantitative skills and the ability to translate complex analysis into clear, actionable strategic recommendations. The role offers meaningful exposure to all phases of deal execution and is based in Dallas, TX, with a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide core analytical support that underpins pipeline decisions, diligence priorities, internal resource allocation, and investment recommendations.
• Support deal sourcing through market research, target mapping, and preparation of outreach and diligence materials.
• Build financial models, perform valuation and scenario analyses, create synergy cases, and evaluate pipeline opportunities.
• Prepare case study and investment theses presentation materials for Investment Committee and leadership.
• Identify high-potential targets and maintain pipeline tracking.

Financial Modeling & Valuation

• Build and maintain sophisticated financial models including DCF, accretion/dilution, LBO, comparable company, and precedent transaction analyses.
• Perform scenario and sensitivity analyses to stress-test assumptions and inform strategic decision-making.
• Develop synergy cases and integration cost estimates to support and pressure-test acquisition rationale.
• Translate model outputs into concise presentations and executive summaries for senior leadership and Investment Committee.

Financial Forecasting & Transaction Analysis

• Build multi-year financial projections and pro forma analyses for target companies and proposed transactions.
• Model the impact of proposed transactions on key financial metrics including revenue growth, EBITDA margins, return on invested capital (ROIC), and earnings per share (EPS).
• Assess capital structure implications and evaluate various financing scenarios in the context of proposed deals.

Deal Sourcing & Market Intelligence

• Conduct proactive market research to identify and prioritize acquisition targets, tracking industry trends, competitive dynamics, and sector consolidation activity.
• Build and maintain proprietary target databases, pipeline tracking tools, and outreach materials.
• Review CIMs, management presentations, and other deal materials to develop rapid preliminary assessments.
• Support early-stage outreach and relationship development with potential targets and their advisors.

Due Diligence & Risk Assessment

• Coordinate and support financial due diligence workstreams, synthesizing findings across commercial, operational, and financial tracks.
• Research industry trends, competitive landscapes, and market conditions to contextualize diligence findings and inform deal strategy.
• Identify and clearly articulate key risks, opportunities, and value creation levers for each opportunity.
• Prepare and maintain organized diligence documentation, project trackers, and workstream summaries.

Transaction Support & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate across Finance, Strategy, Operations, Legal, and other internal teams to ensure alignment on transaction priorities and timelines.
• Support preparation of LOIs, term sheets, and other transaction documents in collaboration with legal and external advisors.
• Maintain regular communication with external advisors, including investment bankers and consultants, ensuring adherence to project timelines and deliverables.
• Support post-close integration planning and early-stage value capture tracking.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CFA designation a plus.
• 4–6 years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, management consulting, or corporate finance.
• Demonstrated track record in M&A analysis, financial modeling, and transaction execution, with experience supporting deals from origination through close.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and valuation (Excel required); PowerPoint required for presentation development.
• Experience with financial data platforms such as Capital IQ, Bloomberg, or FactSet preferred.
• Ability to independently manage multiple workstreams and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to synthesize complex financial and operational information into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to and engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Collaborative team player who takes initiative, operates with high integrity, and thrives in a dynamic deal environment.

Schedule

Travel up to 25%.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life, Accident and Disability Insurance
• Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off