Corporate Development Analyst – M&A, Strategy, Operations

Job Description

Corporate Development Analyst | Selby Jennings

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at a client of Selby Jennings, located in Arlington, VA. Our client operates as a distinctive long-term investment platform, dedicated to the acquisition, operation, and growth of middle-market businesses across a diverse spectrum of industries. Diverging significantly from the traditional private equity model, this organization employs a permanent capital approach, fostering close, enduring partnerships with management teams. Their mission is to consistently drive sustainable growth, implement crucial operational improvements, and execute strategic acquisitions across their portfolio. This position is essential for contributing directly to the expansion and value enhancement of their investment portfolio, offering a comprehensive and unique blend of M&A execution, corporate strategy development, and hands-on operational value creation for candidates eager to broaden their professional scope beyond conventional transaction-focused roles.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Arlington, VA

• Mission: Drive sustainable growth, operational improvements, and strategic acquisitions for middle-market businesses through M&A, corporate strategy, and operational value creation.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Acquisition Analysis and Execution: You will be responsible for meticulously analyzing new acquisition opportunities, providing comprehensive support throughout the entire transaction execution process, ensuring successful deal closure.
• Financial Modeling and Valuation: You will build intricate financial models, conduct thorough valuations, and perform detailed operating analyses to accurately assess potential investments and support strategic financial planning.
• Market Research and Due Diligence: You will conduct extensive industry, market, and competitive research to gather critical insights, and actively assist with rigorous due diligence processes and robust investment evaluation frameworks.
• Portfolio Company Strategy and Growth: You will support strategic growth initiatives across existing portfolio companies, which includes evaluating and identifying new market opportunities, potential product expansions, and viable business lines for development.
• Reporting, Presentations, and Integration: You will prepare precise investment materials, develop compelling presentations, and generate executive reporting for senior leadership, alongside participating in critical post-acquisition integration projects to facilitate smooth transitions and realize value.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record in a relevant field; core domain knowledge in areas such as finance, investment banking, transaction advisory, or consulting.
• Experience: 0-2 years of professional experience is required, with a preferred background in Investment Banking, Transaction Advisory, Consulting, Finance, or a related analytical field.
• Skills: Demonstrates strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving abilities; possesses excellent communication and presentation skills suitable for various stakeholders.
• Bonus: Shows a keen interest in both M&A activities and broader business strategy discussions and development.