Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company as it refers to 'our client' and describes the company as a private equity-backed platform without naming East 57th Street Partners directly.
Job overview
The Senior Vice President of Corporate Development leads acquisition strategy, execution, and integration for a private equity-backed company, reporting to the CEO and working with the executive team and board to drive growth through M&A.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves defining M&A strategy, sourcing and evaluating acquisition targets, managing the end-to-end deal process including financial modeling, due diligence, negotiation, and leading post-merger integration to realize synergies and onboard acquired teams, while engaging with the board and private equity sponsor.
Compensation and benefits
The compensation includes a base salary of $225,000 to $250,000, a 40-60% annual bonus, significant equity participation, and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, travel reimbursement, and relocation support.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 8-12+ years in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or transaction advisory, strong M&A execution skills, excellent communication, and relationship-building abilities, experience in private equity-backed or fast-growth environments, and must be willing to travel up to 50% and be based in or relocate to the Philadelphia metro area. A bachelor's degree is required, MBA preferred.
Work environment and culture
The company culture is private equity-backed, fast-growth oriented, with a hybrid work model requiring 3 days on-site in Philadelphia when not traveling, emphasizing strategic collaboration with executive leadership and sponsors.
Company information
The company is a private equity-backed platform focused on growth through acquisitions, working closely with a private equity sponsor, executive team, and board members to execute its strategic agenda.
Team overview
The candidate will work closely with the CEO, executive team, board members, and private equity sponsors, acting as a key liaison during integration phases and deal execution.
Job location and travel
The position is based in the Philadelphia metro area with a hybrid work schedule of 3 days on-site when not traveling, and requires up to 50% domestic travel for M&A activities.
Unique job features
This role offers significant equity participation, high visibility, and direct reporting to the CEO, with a focus on strategic M&A in a private equity-backed environment, including substantial travel and leadership in post-merger integration.
Company overview
East 57th Street Partners is a consulting firm specializing in providing strategic advisory services, talent solutions, and project management to various industries, including finance, healthcare, and technology. They generate revenue by offering tailored consulting services, interim leadership, and specialized staffing solutions to help organizations achieve their business objectives. Founded by industry veterans, the company prides itself on its deep expertise and commitment to delivering high-impact results for its clients.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight extensive experience in corporate development, investment banking, or private equity, emphasizing successful M&A deal sourcing, execution, and post-merger integration.
Focus on showcasing skills in financial modeling, due diligence coordination, deal structuring, negotiation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams including finance, operations, legal, and HR.
Apply through multiple platforms such as East 57th Street Partners’ corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and reach.
Connect with current employees in the corporate development or M&A teams at East 57th Street Partners on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent acquisitions they’ve led or asking about their experience working with private equity sponsors.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'M&A strategy,' 'deal execution,' 'post-merger integration,' 'private equity-backed,' and 'financial modeling' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.
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