Senior Principal, Corporate Business Development

About the role

We are seeking a strong, well-rounded leader who works well cross-functionally to shape and execute our strategic efforts around M&A, Venture Capital, and Corporate Business Development activities.

Responsibilities

• Drive M&A and Venture Capital strategy in partnership with senior corporate and subsidiary leadership, including opportunity identification and prioritization.
• Lead sourcing, evaluation, and due-diligence efforts for M&A, VC, and partnership opportunities, assessing strategic fit, financial value, and integration requirements.
• Manage cross-functional teams through diligence, deal execution, operational assessment, and post-deal integration planning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with target company executives while regularly scanning markets for new business and technology opportunities.
• Prepare acquisition proposals, validate financial models, and deliver strategic recommendations and presentations to executives and key collaborators.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in M&A, Venture Capital, financial modeling, deal structuring, negotiation, and strategy.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading transaction processes, conducting due diligence, and performing independent business and strategic assessments.
• Strong analytical, valuation, and financial modeling capability with the ability to make sound decisions independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree.
• International education or professional experience outside the U.S.
• Background in management consulting or corporate strategy.
• Exceptional negotiation, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to exercise judgment, discretion, initiative, and thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment.