What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategy & Corporate Development Director position at Q2?
As passionate about our people as we are about our mission.
What We’re All About
Q2 is proud of delivering our mobile banking platform and technology solutions, globally, to more than 22 million end users across our 1,300 financial institutions and fintech clients. At Q2, our mission is simple: Build strong, diverse communities by strengthening their financial institutions. We accomplish that by investing in the communities where both our customers and employees serve and live.
What Makes Q2 Special?
Being as passionate about our people as we are about our mission. We celebrate our employees in many ways, including our “Circle of Awesomeness” award ceremony and day of employee celebration among others! We invest in the growth and development of our team members through ongoing learning opportunities, mentorship programs, internal mobility, and meaningful leadership relationships. We also know that nothing builds trust and collaboration like having fun. We hold an annual Dodgeball for Charity event at our Q2 Stadium in Austin, inviting other local companies to play, and community organizations we support to raise money and awareness together.
Position Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Corporate Development and Strategy Specialist to join our team. This individual will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of the company, driving growth initiatives, and executing key corporate development activities. The ideal candidate will leverage their investment banking background to provide analytical insights, support M&A efforts, and contribute to strategic planning processes.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Strategy:
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Health & Wellness
How We Give Back To The Community
You can learn more about our Q2 Spark Program, Q2 Philanthropy fund, and our employee volunteering programs on our Q2 Community page. Q2 supports dozens of wide-reaching organizations, such as the African American Leadership Institute, and The Trevor Project, promoting diversity and success in leadership and technology. Other deserving beneficiaries include Resource Center helping LGBTQ communities, JDRF, and Homes for our Troops, a group helping veterans rebuild their lives with specially adapted homes.
At Q2, our goal is to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that fosters mutual respect for our employees and the communities we serve. Q2 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
What We’re All About
Q2 is proud of delivering our mobile banking platform and technology solutions, globally, to more than 22 million end users across our 1,300 financial institutions and fintech clients. At Q2, our mission is simple: Build strong, diverse communities by strengthening their financial institutions. We accomplish that by investing in the communities where both our customers and employees serve and live.
What Makes Q2 Special?
Being as passionate about our people as we are about our mission. We celebrate our employees in many ways, including our “Circle of Awesomeness” award ceremony and day of employee celebration among others! We invest in the growth and development of our team members through ongoing learning opportunities, mentorship programs, internal mobility, and meaningful leadership relationships. We also know that nothing builds trust and collaboration like having fun. We hold an annual Dodgeball for Charity event at our Q2 Stadium in Austin, inviting other local companies to play, and community organizations we support to raise money and awareness together.
Position Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Corporate Development and Strategy Specialist to join our team. This individual will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of the company, driving growth initiatives, and executing key corporate development activities. The ideal candidate will leverage their investment banking background to provide analytical insights, support M&A efforts, and contribute to strategic planning processes.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Strategy:
- Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and articulate the company's long-term strategic vision.
- Conduct market analysis to identify growth opportunities, competitive positioning, and industry trends.
- Develop and maintain strategic roadmaps that align with corporate objectives and drive shareholder value.
- Collaborate with EPMO to build greater alignment across key strategic initiatives.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with industry stakeholders, investment banks, and potential partners.
- Develop internal M&A toolkit inclusive of target valuation models, threshold returns analysis, and value creation opportunities.
- Manage transaction execution processes, including negotiations, documentation, and integration planning.
- Benchmark Q2 operational and valuation metrics against public peers.
- Analyze competitive landscape and emerging market trends to inform strategic decisions.
- Prepare insightful reports and presentations for executive management and the board of directors.
- Develop Board materials to support executive leadership in building stakeholder support.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including finance, product development, and sales, to ensure alignment of strategic initiatives.
- Act as a liaison between various departments to facilitate the seamless execution of strategic projects.
- Financial modeling and analysis
- Management/Board-level presentation skills
- Familiarity with strategy frameworks
- Strong business acumen and banking/financial industry knowledge
- Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Business Administration (or related discipline) and a minimum of 12 years of related experience; or an advanced degree with 8 years of experience; or equivalent related work experience.
- Proven experience in investment banking, corporate development, or strategy consulting, ideally within the banking or financial technology sectors.
- Strong financial modeling, analytical, and quantitative skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to think strategically while executing tactically.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Health & Wellness
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
- Flexible Time Off
- Career Development & Mentoring Programs
- Health & Wellness Benefits, including competitive health insurance offerings and generous paid parental leave for eligible new parents
- Community Volunteering & Company Philanthropy Programs
- Employee Peer Recognition Programs – “You Earned it”
How We Give Back To The Community
You can learn more about our Q2 Spark Program, Q2 Philanthropy fund, and our employee volunteering programs on our Q2 Community page. Q2 supports dozens of wide-reaching organizations, such as the African American Leadership Institute, and The Trevor Project, promoting diversity and success in leadership and technology. Other deserving beneficiaries include Resource Center helping LGBTQ communities, JDRF, and Homes for our Troops, a group helping veterans rebuild their lives with specially adapted homes.
At Q2, our goal is to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that fosters mutual respect for our employees and the communities we serve. Q2 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
