Director Corporate Development | Insurance

Selby Jennings is partnering with with a leading insurance and financial services organization is seeking a Director of Corporate Development to help shape and execute its inorganic growth strategy. This is a highly visible, individual contributor role offering direct exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence acquisitions, partnerships, and strategic initiatives across a growing platform.This position is ideal for a corporate development professional or insurance-focused investment banker looking to move into a more strategic role with greater ownership, visibility, and impact. What You'll Do Evaluate and execute acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and other growth initiativesAssess a high volume of potential opportunities and determine strategic fitLead transaction execution from evaluation through closingPartner closely with business unit leaders to identify growth opportunitiesBuild relationships across the organization and serve as a trusted strategic advisorDevelop financial models, valuation analyses, and investment recommendationsPresent strategic opportunities and insights to senior executivesHelp shape and build an evolving corporate development function What We're Looking For Corporate Development, M&A, or transaction execution experienceStrong knowledge of the insurance industryUnderstanding of insurance capital, reinsurance, or related financial structuresExperience evaluating acquisitions, partnerships, and strategic investmentsStrong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical capabilitiesAbility to work independently in a hands-on environmentCollaborative, relationship-oriented approach Industry Experience of Interest Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly valued:Life InsuranceAnnuitiesGroup BenefitsHealth InsuranceMedicare-Related ProductsReinsurance Why Consider This Opportunity? Direct interaction with senior leadershipSignificant influence on long-term growth strategyOpportunity to help build and shape a corporate development functionOwnership of transactions and strategic initiativesBroader strategic exposure than a traditional banking roleCollaborative culture with a sustainable transaction paceAbility to make a measurable impact on the future direction of the organization Location & Travel While remote candidates will be considered, candidates should be comfortable traveling regularly to company headquarters in Omaha for relationship-building, strategic planning, and transaction-related initiatives.