Kimarutalent

Kimarutalent

VP, Corporate Development

New York, NY · Vp

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 593 days ago
NegotiationFinancial ModelingFinancial AnalysisValuationM&ALeadershipCollaborationMentoring

About the role

  • The Vice President of Corporate Development will play a central role in shaping and executing our client's mergers and acquisitions strategy.
  • The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in investment banking and significant experience in corporate development or buy-side operations, particularly within the gaming and technology industries.
  • If you're driven by the challenge of creating transformational growth through strategic acquisitions, this role is for you!

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all aspects of the M&A process, from identifying and prioritizing targets to conducting due diligence, developing valuations, negotiating terms, and planning integrations.
  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis and build valuation models to assess potential acquisition targets and strategic partnerships.
  • Foster relationships with stakeholders, including executive teams, board members, investors, and external partners, to facilitate collaboration and deal success.
  • Partner with operational teams to design and implement integration plans, ensuring smooth transitions and the achievement of synergies.
  • With deep expertise in startup recruitment, we're proud to support our clients in making critical hiring decisions as they scale.

Requirements

  • At least 10 years of experience in M&A-focused investment banking, complemented by operational experience in corporate development or private equity.
  • A proven track record of successfully managing complex transactions from start to finish, with particular expertise in cross-border deals.
  • Outstanding negotiation abilities combined with deep financial expertise, including advanced skills in financial modeling, valuation methods, and deal structuring.
  • Strong leadership skills with a history of building and mentoring high-performing teams.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field is required
  • an advanced degree such as an MBA is preferred.

Benefits

  • Reporting directly to the CEO, this leader will manage complex transactions, including cross-border deals and capital raises, ensuring alignment with the organization's vision for delivering long-term shareholder value.

Company info

  • Our client is a prominent and award-winning publisher in the free-to-play gaming industry, dedicated to empowering independent developers to achieve growth and success.
  • By focusing on collaboration, they enhance live games with their expertise in marketing, product development, innovative technology, and advanced user acquisition strategies.
  • By combining data-driven insights, cutting-edge tools, and creative talent, our client partners with top-tier intellectual to scale games and create thriving communities of passionate, forward-thinking professionals.
  • Founded in 2020, KIMARU Talent partners with VCs, founders, and executives to recruit top-tier talent for gaming studios and tech startups.

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