Overview
This role supports the Corporate & Business Development function as a Corporate & Business Development Associate, reporting to the VP of Corporate Development/Head of M&A. Responsibilities include supporting the acquisition lifecycle and contributing to investment thesis development.
Responsibilities
- Support all aspects of the acquisition lifecycle and investment thesis development
- Partner with Business Development leads on deal origination and M&A funnel development
- Conduct market and strategic evaluations that form the foundation of the investment thesis, including:
- Framing and executing data analyses
- Market modeling
- Hypothesis building
- Building a fact-based understanding of markets and acquisition targets
- Support deal execution by coordinating deal teams, assisting with due diligence, and performing financial analysis
- Monitor and report on M&A competitor activities, landscape trends, and key marketplace activities
- Interact frequently with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, as well as counterparties
- Partner closely with Business Development and Corporate Development leadership and coordinate with relevant General Manager and Group Controller stakeholders for each business group
Requirements
- 5+ years of relevant professional experience across business consulting, private equity, investment banking, and/or Corporate Development, with a focus on:
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Investment thesis building
- Deal execution
- Proficiency in using secondary research and designing and conducting primary research
- Broad understanding and experience with qualitative and quantitative market research techniques
- Strong experience with financial modeling
- Knowledge and familiarity with biopharma, Cell and Gene therapy, genomics, and clinical diagnostics
- Knowledge of technical and scientific details, with credibility in discussing current and future industry trends with customers and internal stakeholders
- Broad exposure to life science tools (a plus)
- Intellectually curious, with a bias for action and ownership mindset
- Ability to lead by influence, collaborate effectively, and work comfortably in a fluid, ambiguous environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong financial modeling experience
- Broad exposure to life science tools
Compensation & Benefits
- Full-time equivalent pay range: $133,120.00 - $249,600.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock, and benefits
- Pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location; individual pay within the range depends on work location and factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training
Location
- This role can be performed anywhere in the US
Additional Details
- Schedule: Full time weekly schedule
- Remote work: Option to work remotely
- Travel required: Occasional
- Shift: Day
- Duration: No End Date
- Applications accepted until at least October 29, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted
Equal Employment Opportunity
The employer is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics, and workplace accessibility support is available for candidates with disabilities.