What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President of Corporate Development position at Variner?
LOCATION
Southeast (Charlotte/Remote)
OVERVIEW
Our client is an environmental/commercial service company specializing in facilities services.
VICE PRESIDENT | CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT
The Head of Corporate Development manages all aspects of the pre-close deal cycle, and assists with post-close integration activities as appropriate. Additionally, the Head of Corporate Development will work closely with seller entities, third-party advisors and cross functionally with internal stakeholders. This hire will be an integral part of the business growth strategy and a direct report to the CEO.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Grow and manage the pipeline of prospective targets.
- Understand, assess and determine feasibility and fit of targets, including alignment with company strategy.
- Facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders involved in all aspects of the deal cycle.
- Manage target companies throughout the deal cycle, from origination through close, including managing the due diligence process & underwrite.
- Own origination efforts (including pipeline management, upstream engagement, transaction analysis & rationale, and seller interaction).
- Facilitate due diligence through data and workstream management
- Liaison with ownership and key stakeholders on integration preparation & execution as well as deal negotiation.
- Assist with integration of targets post-close.
- Monitoring industry and competitor trends to inform the company’s M&A strategy.
- Continuously expand knowledge of all elements within the deal cycle.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field required
- Ideally 8 years’ experience within M&A, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Corporate Development, or similar field
- A deal quarterback with the ability to run multiple deal processes concurrently
- A proven track record of successful diligence and deal execution
- A strong work ethic and entrepreneurial disposition
- A “team player” attitude and a “company first” mentality while focusing on mutual success
- A self-starter attitude and strong sense of project ownership
