
Corporate Development Manager
- London
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Identify and evaluate strategic opportunities, including investments, and M&A
- Conduct market research, financial analysis, and competitive assessments to support decision-making
- Build business cases and financial models to assess the impact of potential initiatives
- Lead and support due diligence efforts across functional areas
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Product, Legal, Finance, etc.) to drive deal execution
- Prepare materials for executive-level discussions and board presentations
- Analyse and report on market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments
- Support post-deal integration efforts and measure success of strategic initiatives
- 3 - 6 years of experience in a Corporate Development or Corporate Strategy role at a top-tier strategy consultancy, private equity / venture capital firm, or tech company
- Ideally experience executing M&A activities (e.g., prospecting, deal process, due diligence, post-merger integration)
- Experience in strategy definition, growth strategy, or cost optimisation is a plus
- Prior experience in a tech company is preferred; experience in the payments or fintech industry is a bonus, but not required
- Demonstrated track record of high performance, reflected in strong ratings and career progression (e.g., timely promotions)
- Holds an undergraduate degree or higher from a top-tier university
- Strategic, analytical thinker with strong communication skills and a proactive, impact-driven mindset
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Collaborative and able to influence stakeholders at all levels