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Director, Corporate Development & Investor Relations

United States, San Francisco 220000.00 - 260000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted February 21, 2026
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We're looking for a Director, Corporate Development & Investor Relations to join our high-caliber team and help drive our strategic growth and investor engagement efforts globally. In this role, you’ll be instrumental in shaping our corporate development strategy and building strong investor relationships as we expand our presence across markets. You will work cross-functionally with teams including Finance, Legal, Data Science, and the CEO’s Office, playing a key role in both transaction execution and ongoing investor communications. This position offers the opportunity to have a broad impact, influencing major M&A decisions and supporting initiatives that drive long-term value for the company.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop and refine our global corporate development strategy in alignment with the company’s long-term vision
  • Identify, assess, and cultivate a pipeline of actionable M&A opportunities—including tuck-in acquisitions and larger, transformational deals
  • Evaluate potential acquisition targets for strategic and financial fit, leveraging analysis and cross-functional input
  • Drive the execution of live M&A transactions, including developing operating and financial models, managing due diligence processes, and coordinating across multiple teams
  • Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and the CEO’s Office to ensure seamless post-acquisition integration of acquired entities
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with leading venture, growth, and public equity investors
  • Work closely with Finance and Data Science teams to develop key business insights and communicate performance drivers to stakeholders
  • Develop, refine, and present investor materials and presentations that clearly articulate the company's strategy and results
  • Support executives on fundraising activities—including preparation, investor communications, and relationship management
  • Serve as a strategic thought partner on investor relations, providing insights and updates to internal and external audiences

Requirements

  • 10 years of experience, preferably in top-tier investment banking, private equity or venture capital, management consulting, corporate development or equivalent
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
  • Investment banking experience, specifically with M&A and live deals
  • Strong analytical skills & data literacy, especially the ability to create clear, concise investment memos and financial models
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts to senior management and stakeholders
  • Demonstrated experience as a self-starter capable of prioritizing tasks and managing workload effectively
  • Success-oriented and hold yourself accountable for delivering key outcomes

Nice to have

Experience in technology, financial services and/or experience in a high growth environment is advantageous

What we offer

  • Offers Equity
  • Offers Bonus
  • medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • a 401(k) plan
  • short-term and long-term disability
  • basic life insurance
  • well-being benefits
  • 20 paid days of vacation
  • 12 paid days of company holidays in a calendar year

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