Corporate Development VP Recruitment

A Corporate Development VP leads strategic transactions, growth initiatives, and investment decisions that shape a company’s portfolio, market position, and long-term value creation.
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WHY THIS ROLE IS HARD TO HIRE

  • Finding executives with substantial transaction experience is difficult when employers need Corporate Development VPs ready to evaluate complex strategic opportunities.
  • Candidates with strong valuation expertise and strategic judgment are often limited, especially for roles involving significant acquisition activity.
  • Industry-specific transaction experience can be difficult to source when companies need rapid understanding of specialized markets and business models.

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Brightway identifies Corporate Development VP professionals with transaction experience, financial capability, strategic judgment, and leadership alignment suited to specific employer growth objectives.

About Corporate Development Leadership

A Corporate Development VP leads inorganic growth strategy within the finance or corporate strategy organization, evaluating acquisitions, divestitures, partnerships, joint ventures, and strategic investments. The role connects financial analysis with broader business objectives and executive decision-making. Strong professionals combine valuation, financial modeling, due diligence, transaction execution, and market analysis with sound commercial judgment. They can assess strategic fit, communicate investment recommendations clearly, manage transaction stakeholders, and maintain disciplined execution through complex deal processes.

Role Highlights

Leadership Level

Executive

Core Focus

Corporate Development

Primary Focus

Strategic Transactions

Deal Scope

M&A and Investments

Key Expertise

Valuation & Modeling

Business Impact

Enterprise Growth

What does a Corporate Development VP Do?

M&A Strategy

Develops transaction strategies supporting corporate growth, portfolio priorities, and long-term capital allocation objectives.

Deal Evaluation

Evaluates opportunities through valuation, financial modeling, market analysis, and strategic fit assessment.

Due Diligence

Leads diligence processes to identify financial, operational, commercial, legal, and integration considerations.

Transaction Execution

Oversees transaction processes, negotiations, advisors, and executive decision-making through closing.

Strategic Investments

Assesses strategic investments and partnerships against growth priorities, market opportunities, and portfolio objectives.

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Brightway connects employers with Corporate Development VP talent aligned with transaction strategy, financial objectives, and growth priorities.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead acquisition and divestiture evaluation processes.
  • Build financial models and transaction valuation analyses.
  • Coordinate cross-functional due diligence workstreams and advisors.
  • Present transaction recommendations to senior executive leadership.
  • Manage negotiations and transaction execution through closing.
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QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Experience

10+ years of relevant experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Certifications

MBA or CFA preferred

CORE SKILLS

M&A Strategy
Financial Modeling
Valuation
Due Diligence
Deal Negotiation
Strategic Investments

MARKET & COMPENSATION INSIGHTS

typical Salary Range

$200K-$300K+

Performance Bonus

Experience Level

Executive

Role Demand

High

Hiring Market

Major U.S. Markets

Compensation varies by transaction scope, company size, industry, geography, and executive experience across the U.S. hiring market.

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