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Coursera is seeking a Vice President of Corporate Development to serve as a key strategic lever in accelerating the company’s transformation in the AI era. This is a high-impact role for a well-capitalized, ambitious organization looking to deploy capital thoughtfully and aggressively to expand capabilities, enter new markets, and strengthen its competitive position. Reporting to the CFO and working closely with the CEO and executive leadership team, the VP of Corporate Development will lead the evaluation, negotiation, and execution of strategic transactions, including M&A, investments, and partnerships. This leader is supported by a lean, high-performing team.
Job Responsibility:
Strategic Leadership: Identify and evaluate inorganic growth opportunities aligned with Coursera’s long-term strategy, particularly in AI, enterprise learning, and global expansion
Partner closely with the CEO, CFO, and Strategic Planning to shape and refine corporate strategy through a corporate development lens
Translate strategic priorities into actionable deal pipelines
Deal Execution: Lead end-to-end transaction execution, including sourcing, valuation, structuring, negotiation, diligence, and closing
Drive complex negotiations with senior executives, founders, and advisors
Develop and apply a rigorous corporate development framework to assess opportunities and risks
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with FP&A, Strategic Planning, Legal, Product, and Business Unit leaders to ensure alignment and execution readiness
Support integration planning in partnership with internal stakeholders to maximize deal value
Provide clear, data-driven recommendations to executive leadership and the Board
Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a small, high-impact corporate development team
Foster a culture of analytical rigor, speed, and strong judgment
Requirements:
12+ years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or related fields
Significant experience within a corporate development function, with a strong grasp of corporate development frameworks and best practices
Proven track record of leading and negotiating end-to-end transactions in a corporate context
Experience in business development and strategic partnerships strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Strong financial modeling, valuation, and strategic analysis skills
Exceptional communication and executive presence, with experience engaging C-level stakeholders and Boards
Experience in technology, edtech, or AI-related sectors