Director, Corporate Development & Investor Relations

About the role

The Director, Corporate Development & Investor Relations will develop and refine our global corporate development strategy, identify and evaluate M&A opportunities, and build strong relationships with investors. This role is based in San Francisco.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine our global corporate development strategy in alignment with the company’s long-term vision.
• Identify, assess, and cultivate a pipeline of actionable M&A opportunities—including tuck-in acquisitions and larger, transformational deals.
• Evaluate potential acquisition targets for strategic and financial fit, leveraging analysis and cross-functional input.
• Drive the execution of live M&A transactions, including developing operating and financial models, managing due diligence processes, and coordinating across multiple teams.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and the CEO’s Office to ensure seamless post-acquisition integration of acquired entities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with leading venture, growth, and public equity investors.
• Work closely with Finance and Data Science teams to develop key business insights and communicate performance drivers to stakeholders.
• Develop, refine, and present investor materials and presentations that clearly articulate the company's strategy and results.
• Support executives on fundraising activities—including preparation, investor communications, and relationship management.
• Serve as a strategic thought partner on investor relations, providing insights and updates to internal and external audiences.

Requirements

• 10 years of experience, preferably in top-tier investment banking, private equity or venture capital, management consulting, corporate development or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Investment banking experience, specifically with M&A and live deals.
• Strong analytical skills & data literacy, especially the ability to create clear, concise investment memos and financial models.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts to senior management and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience as a self-starter capable of prioritizing tasks and managing workload effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in technology, financial services and/or experience in a high growth environment is advantageous.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and data-driven approach.
• Experience in corporate development, M&A, and investor relations.

Benefits

Competitive compensation range: $170K - $270K.

Pay

$170K - $270K

Schedule

Full-time