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Director, M&A Transactions & Strategic Planning

Teradyne is seeking a Director, M&A Transaction Management and Strategic Plannin...

Location

United States , North Reading

Salary:

159200.00 - 254700.00 USD / Year

Teradyne

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8–12+ years of experience in strategic planning, M&A transaction execution
Direct experience leading or serving as the execution lead for enterprise‑wide strategic plans and/or complex M&A transactions
Experience in technology, semiconductor, or engineering‑driven environments strongly required
Prior top tier management consulting and/or investment banking is required
Demonstrated ability to drive execution in ambiguous, fast‑moving environments with senior stakeholders
Comfort operating as a senior individual contributor with regular engagement with executive leadership and cross‑functional partners
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with comfort engaging executive leadership
Bias toward structure, documentation, disciplined follow‑through, and transparency
Engineering Bachelor’s degree required
advanced degree (MBA or technical master’s) preferred

Job Responsibility

Own execution of assigned transactions from diligence through close and early integration, with clear milestones, deliverables, and stage gates
Run the transaction operating cadence
Maintain a single source of truth for status, risks, decisions, and action owners
Proactively surface execution risks, constraints and tradeoffs that may impact deal timing, value realization, or Day 1 readiness
Coordinate cross‑functional diligence and integration planning across Finance, Legal, Tax, HR, IT/Security, Operations, Sales/Marketing, Communications and other functions as required
Ensure diligence and integration plans focus on deal‑specific value drivers, integration complexity, and potential deal breakers
Lead Day 1 readiness and development of realistic 100‑day plans prior to close
Translate deal rationale into execution priorities and integration dependencies
Identify risks tied to value creation (e.g., roadmap continuity, customer commitments, supply chain exposure, operating model disruption)
Partner with Corporate Development and business leaders to ensure execution plans appropriately balance speed, risk, and value protection

What we offer

Medical, dental, vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance
Paid vacation & holidays
Tuition assistance programs

Fulltime

Director of Legal – N-A M&A

At Couche-Tard/Circle K, our mission is simple: to make our customer’s lives a l...

Location

United States of America , Charlotte

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law degree and member in good standing of a law society in Canada or a U.S. state
10+ years of experience focused on M&A, corporate transactional including both law firm and in‑house roles
Proven track-record handling cross‑border transactions, joint ventures, complex commercial structures, and governance matters
Solid experience managing capital markets and debt financings considered an asset
Strategic governance thinker with practical, results-driven problem-solving skills
Excellent analytical and strategic reasoning skills, particularly for balancing regulatory compliance with business objectives
Exceptional negotiation and drafting skills, with demonstrated ability to manage diverse stakeholder interests
Superior communication and leadership competencies, adept at engaging senior stakeholders and fostering cross functional collaboration across legal, business, and finance teams
Proven ability to translate complex legal and financial information into clear, actionable guidance for business and finance partners
Demonstrated success in guiding and developing high‑performing legal teams to achieve strategic objectives

Job Responsibility

Lead all legal aspects of US, Canada and cross‑border mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic investments, from initial evaluation through integration, ensuring high quality and business-aligned legal outcomes
Structure, draft, and negotiate complex transaction documentation including purchase agreements, shareholder and joint venture agreements, and ancillary contracts, in collaboration with external counsel as appropriate
Oversee the coordination of due diligence and specialist advisory work, including sector-specific, regulatory and antitrust matters
ensure timely progress, transparency, and issue escalation as needed, efficiently advising business leaders on key transactional risks and mitigation strategies
Design, implement, and continuously improve M&A legal playbooks, templates, and operational processes to promote aligned, high‑quality execution across our business units
Lead the creation of pragmatic process maps and guidance documents simplifying deal execution steps for internal partners, ensuring business and finance teams can effectively navigate complex transaction cycles
Develop and deliver targeted training sessions for corporate development, finance, and operations teams on M&A fundamentals — including due diligence principles, key contractual protections, and risk identification techniques — using real case scenarios and tools that increase cross‑functional deal readiness
Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of US and Canada legal developments relevant to M&A, securities, and corporate law compliance
Foster collaboration with the Legal, Finance, Tax, and Operations teams on transaction structuring, corporate reorganizations, and post‑closing integration workstreams
Provide expert advice to Treasury and Finance on public and private capital raising initiatives

What we offer

Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Recognition and Rewards
Mentorship Program
Scholarship Program

Fulltime

Director, Legal Commercial Operations (U.S.) (Strategic Transactions)

Circle K's business engages in complex, high-stakes commercial relationships—all...

Location

United States of America , Charlotte

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD or equivalent from an accredited institution and admission to at least one US state bar
10+ years of experience, with a minimum of 7 years leading teams and/or functions (in-house and law firm)
Deep experience negotiating complex, high-value agreements with major counterparties, large CPGs, suppliers, manufacturers, wholesalers/distributors, logistics companies, restaurant franchisors, technology companies, and enterprise customers
Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, balance risk and growth, and operate effectively in fast-moving, commercial environments
Experience in retail, consumer, or multi-site operating businesses strongly preferred
Demonstrated credibility with senior business leaders and executives
Pragmatic, business-oriented legal advisor with a strong risk-based mindset
Collaborative partner who can drive alignment across legal, finance, compliance, strategy, and operational teams
Deep knowledge of anti-trust and anti-corruption laws and compliance
Comfortable advising on a broad and shifting array of retail legal issues, including the enthusiasm to counsel on new and trending areas of law

Job Responsibility

Provide legal support for Operations and Commercial Optimization, Operational Excellence, Merchandise and Category Management, Food Service and Restaurants, Category Intelligence and Enablement, Technology, and Sourcing and Supply Chain functions
Lead legal support for a broad portfolio of sophisticated commercial agreements including, but not limited to, strategic alliances and joint ventures
key customer contracts
supply chain
private label sourcing, manufacturing and distribution
Structure, negotiate, and draft complex agreements that balance commercial objectives with legal and operational risk
Manage junior attorneys in their support of day-to-day contracting needs of the named functions
Develop contract templates, standards, and negotiation playbooks, as well as self-service tools
Design and provide relevant training to business stakeholders
Identify and mitigate FTC and state-level regulatory and antitrust risk related to pricing, competition, and trade practices, and other risks inherent in the subject matter areas

What we offer

Competitive Salary
Complete benefits packages (medical, dental, deferred compensation plan, employee stock plan, etc.)
People Perks which allows for great discounts on food and fuel
Vacation / PTO time
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team
Work for a leading, innovative, and growing company in convenience stores operations
Fortune 500 company and a 5-time Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner
Tuition reimbursement of $5,000 per year
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and to evolve professionally in a fast-growing company

Fulltime

Associate, Corporate Development and M&A

The Associate, Corporate Development and M&A will play a critical role in suppor...

Location

United States , San Francisco, CA; New York, NY

Salary:

110000.00 - 170000.00 USD / Year

Crusoe

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2-5+ years of experience in Investment Banking (Analyst or Associate level), Corporate Development, Private Equity, or Transaction Advisory Services
Direct experience working on M&A transactions taking a core role in structuring and modeling various scenarios and preparing transaction screening memos
Strong coverage experience or deep sector knowledge within Industrials, Energy, and/or Real Estate is highly preferred
Exceptional financial modeling and valuation skills, with an advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of translating complex financial and strategic analysis into clear, concise, and actionable recommendations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, comfortable presenting to senior executives and external partners
High degree of professionalism, intellectual curiosity, and ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under tight deadlines
A proactive, self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently while being a strong team player
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related quantitative field

Job Responsibility

Market Mapping and Origination: candidate will work across the organization’s business units and functions in order to identify acquisition targets from a sector-first perspective. This includes creating and maintaining market maps, thematic research projects and direct outreach to targets
Transaction Execution: Support the end-to-end M&A process, including target identification, strategic rationale development, due diligence, valuation, negotiation, and closing
Financial Modeling & Valuation: Build and maintain complex financial models (Valuation and merger model, Accretion/Dilution analyses, and precedent transaction analyses) to evaluate potential acquisition
Due Diligence: Coordinate and manage cross-functional due diligence teams (Legal, Finance, Operations, etc.), synthesizing key findings and developing risk mitigation strategies. Work closely with third-party providers
Market Analysis: Conduct industry and competitive landscape analysis within the Industrials, Energy, and Real Estate sectors to identify strategic market gaps and attractive investment opportunities
Prepare and present on transaction rationale to Executive Leadership team (possibly the Board of Directors)
Sourcing and Evaluation: Evaluate strategic investment and partnership opportunities that align with the company's long-term growth objectives
Deal Structuring: Assist in the structuring and negotiation of terms for joint ventures, strategic alliances, and minority investments
Business Case Development: Create compelling investment memorandums and presentations for Senior Leadership and the Board of Directors, outlining strategic fit, financial implications, and execution plans
Pipeline Management: Help manage and maintain a robust pipeline of potential M&A and investment targets

What we offer

Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company
Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents
Employer contributions to HSA accounts
Paid Parental Leave
Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
Teladoc
401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Cell phone reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement

Fulltime

M&A & Asset Optimization Director

This leadership role leads extremely sensitive strategic initiatives that requir...

Location

United States , Charlotte

Salary:

75.40 - 120.65 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Finance, or a related field
Master’s degree strongly preferred
7+ years of progress leadership experience in healthcare M&A, network development, or strategic planning
Proven project management skills
experience with Gantt charts, trackers, and digital collaboration tools
Advanced analytical skills
ability to interpret complex data sets and market intelligence
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting and presentations
Experience working cross-functionally with clinical, financial, legal, and IT teams
Familiarity with healthcare market dynamics, regulatory environments, and partnership models

Job Responsibility

Leading Market Intelligence & Research
Enterprise M&A Partnership Strategy and Execution
Asset Optimization & Strategic Assessment
Data Analysis & Decision Support Leadership
Process Improvement & Innovation
Team Leadership & Talent Development
Confidentiality and Autonomy
Compliance & Transactional Integrity

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Incentive pay for select positions

Fulltime

M&A Associate

The M&A Associate will be a critical, high-profile role, primarily supporting th...

Location

Salary:

Not provided

BrainWorks

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Ideally 2-4 years of experience analyzing mergers & acquisition targets
Strong business acumen coupled with excellent financial performance and analysis skills
This role requires strong foundational financial modeling skills to quickly review target financials and get to an accurate underwriting
Strong project management skills are required
must be able to manage several projects simultaneously
Interaction with senior leadership and small businesses owners, a plus
A solid understanding of and experience in the transaction process, including deal structuring, valuation, due diligence, negotiation, and integration
Strong written and oral communications skills are required. Able to clearly and concisely convey complex information
Must have the ability to work effectively and efficiently with business leaders
Must be a strategic and analytical thinker with the ability to focus on the details, synthesize broad amounts of information into actionable information for executives

Job Responsibility

Execution of the platforms’ add-on affiliation transactions
Perform deal-related analysis, including financial modeling and due diligence review
Support and manage third-party advisors (e.g., accounting, tax, legal, IT, risk, benefits)
including reviewing QofE analysis, organizing internal data rooms and collaborating with internal and external resources
Prepare concise presentations and detailed financial models for investors, Board members and management and assists with underwriting recommendations
Work closely with the executive management team to assist in the development of presentation materials for quarterly meetings with the platforms’ Board of Directors

Director, Business & Legal Affairs

The Director, Business and Legal Affairs is a partner to Fox’s corporate develop...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

128000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

Fox News Media

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree
4-6+ years of transactional legal experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Strong understanding of mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, investments, and related agreements, with a proven track record of successfully managing complex M&A transactions
Familiarity with a variety of commercial and real estate contracts, including strategic sourcing transactions, and technology-driven solutions (e.g., SaaS platforms)
Working knowledge of intellectual property, privacy, and data security law
Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects, often with shifting priorities and deadlines
Excellent negotiation, reasoning, and verbal and written communication skills
Adept at effectively working with individuals from a variety of fields, backgrounds, and levels, and collaborating with clients, peers, and multiple subject matter experts
Advanced proficiency using Word

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage M&A transactions from inception to completion, including transaction structure, due diligence, negotiation, and execution of agreements
Advise clients on legal and business issues related to mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents supporting strategic transactions, including term sheets, purchase agreements, operating agreements, diligence requests, and non-disclosure agreements, as well as business operations, including for commercial goods and services, real estate, construction, and facilities operations, maintenance, and improvements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including corporate development and strategy, finance, tax, privacy and information security, intellectual property, litigation, facilities management, global sourcing, real estate, human resources, and compliance to ensure seamless transaction execution and optimal post-closing integration and facilities operations
Provide overall project management for complex and often multi-jurisdictional transactions
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and other transaction and business operations stakeholders

What we offer

annual discretionary bonus
medical/dental/vision
insurance
a 401(k) plan
paid time off

Fulltime

Director, Mergers and Acquisitions

The Director of Mergers & Acquisitions / Acquisition Integration (M&A/AI) will l...

Location

United States , Irving

Salary:

Not provided

7-Eleven, Inc

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
experience with Smartsheets, Salesforce, GIS tools (e.g., ArcGIS), and trade area analysis platforms (e.g., Kalibrate)
Minimum 10 years of experience in Finance, M&A, Private Equity, Investment Banking, or related fields, with a strong understanding of the convenience store (C-store), retail, or comparable industries
Proven ability to conduct financial modeling, valuation, and pro forma analysis
skilled in evaluating complex business scenarios and guiding high-impact investment decisions
Demonstrated success in negotiating letters of intent, purchase agreements, and deal terms
leading acquisition integration from change in control through full operational conversion
Experience supporting international M&A initiatives, including joint ventures and strategic partnerships in new markets
Familiarity with digital transformation, store innovation, and emerging technologies relevant to retail and consumer experience
Strong network-building capabilities with private equity firms, venture capitalists, investment banks, accelerators, and startups

Job Responsibility

Rapidly assess and prioritize potential investment or acquisition opportunities to ensure strategic alignment before allocating team resources
Lead M&A team to develop detailed acquisition site assessments and characterizations for each site
Clearly communicate strategic intent to the M&A team and establish the basis for economic assumptions used in investment modeling
Determine key drivers for a successful transaction based on appropriate cross-functional input from internal and external stakeholders and experts
Drive cross-functional alignment on final model assumptions and lead senior-level engagements—including Board presentations—for evaluation, feedback, and approval
Effectively engage with stakeholders across all levels of the organization, including leadership at the parent company (Seven-Eleven Japan & Seven & I Holdings)
Review and validate pro forma financials and valuation models to support informed decision-making on acquisition opportunities
Lead scenario planning and sensitivity analyses to deepen evaluation of strategic investment decisions
Collaborate with Legal to draft letters of intent and formally present valuation and deal terms to the seller, target company, or broker
Lead negotiation of Letters of Intent and Purchase Agreements, overseeing due diligence, strategic planning, and seamless integration of acquisitions

Fulltime

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