SVP, Corporate Strategy

Our roster has an opening with your name on it!

FanDuel Sports Network’s mission is to build a transformative sports platform, anchored by the most exclusive and relevant live professional games, which provides fans a year-round opportunity to engage with content and communities they are most passionate about.

The Position:

We are currently seeking an SVP, Corporate Strategy to play a pivotal role in driving FanDuel Sports Network’s strategic growth initiatives. This executive will lead the identification, evaluation, and execution of mergers, acquisitions and other strategic investments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate development, strategic planning, and financial analysis, particularly within the media sector. This role reports directly to the COO/CFO and will be a key member of the executive team.

This role is base in Southport, CT.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning and Execution:

• Develop and execute the corporate development strategy to support the company's growth objectives.
• Identify and evaluate potential M&A targets, strategic investments, and work with the business development and partnerships team to identify strategic partnership opportunities that align with the company’s strategic goals.
   

Deal Sourcing and Management:

• Lead the sourcing, negotiation, and execution of M&A transactions and strategic investments.
• Manage the end-to-end deal process, including due diligence, valuation, structuring, negotiation, and integration.
• Develop and maintain relationships with investment banks, venture capital firms, and other key stakeholders.
   

Market and Competitive Analysis:

• Conduct comprehensive market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential threats.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to the executive team.
   

Financial Analysis and Modeling:

• Lead and/or perform detailed financial modeling, valuation analysis, and scenario planning for potential transactions.
• Prepare and present investment memos and board presentations.
   

Cross-functional Leadership:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, sales and operations, to ensure seamless execution of corporate development initiatives.
• Lead any post-merger integration efforts to ensure the successful realization of deal synergies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• 10 years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or a related field, with a focus on the SaaS and technology sectors.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and executing M&A transactions and strategic investments.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and team management experience.

The Company is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Final compensation for this role will be determined by a range of factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

FanDuel Sports Network, Independently Owned & Operated by Main Street Sports Group, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About us:
FanDuel Sports Network, Independently Owned & Operated by Main Street Sports Group, owns Regional Sports Networks (RSNs) and is the nation’s leading provider of local sports. Its 17 owned-and-operated RSNs include: FanDuel Sports Network Detroit, FanDuel Sports Network Florida, FanDuel Sports Network Great Lakes, FanDuel Sports Network Indiana, FanDuel Sports Network Kansas City, FanDuel Sports Network Midwest, FanDuel Sports Network New Orleans, FanDuel Sports Network North, FanDuel Sports Network Ohio, FanDuel Sports Network Oklahoma, FanDuel Sports Network SoCal, FanDuel Sports Network South, FanDuel Sports Network Southeast, FanDuel Sports Network Southwest, FanDuel Sports Network Sun, FanDuel Sports Network West, and FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin. The FanDuel Sports Network RSNs serve as the TV home to many MLB, NHL and NBA teams based in the United States.

FanDuel Sports Network also has a joint venture in Marquee, the home of the Chicago Cubs, and a minority interest in the YES Network, the local destination for the New York Yankees and Brooklyn Nets. Main Street Sports Group RSNs produce approximately 5,000 live local professional telecasts each year in addition to a wide variety of locally produced sports events and programs each year.

If you like growth and working with dedicated, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

It is the policy of FanDuel Sports Network to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FanDuel Sports Network will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.