Senior Director - Corporate Development
Senior Director - Corporate Development
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Job Description
The Senior Director of Corporate Development will play a critical role in shaping and executing Freshworks growth strategy. This individual will lead the evaluation execution and integration of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and strategic investments. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the SaaS landscape experience leading complex transactions and a proven track record of creating value through inorganic growth initiatives. This role will be instrumental in contributing to Freshworks strategic imperatives by identifying and pursuing acquisitions and partnerships that enhance the companys AI capabilities expand its EX and CX product offerings and improve operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop a deep understanding of the SaaS landscape and conduct indepth market research and competitive analysis to identify trends adjacent markets and potential disruptions.
- Collaborate with senior management to define strategic priorities and align corporate development activities with overall business goals.
- Build and maintain a robust pipeline of potential transactions identifying and evaluating potential M&A targets strategic investments and partnership opportunities.
- Conduct thorough due diligence on potential targets including financial analysis product evaluation and customer assessment.
- Identify and evaluate potential synergies and risks associated with each transaction.
- Oversee all aspects of the M&A process from initial screening and due diligence to negotiation closing and integration.
- Structure and negotiate deal terms including valuation financing and legal agreements.
- Manage the transaction process efficiently and effectively ensuring timely completion and compliance with all applicable regulations.
- Lead crossfunctional teams to conduct comprehensive due diligence on potential targets.
- Coordinate with internal and external advisors including legal financial and tax experts.
- Identify and assess potential risks and opportunities associated with each transaction.
- Develop and implement integration plans to ensure the successful assimilation of acquired companies.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to achieve synergy targets and realize the full value of acquisitions.
- Oversee the integration of acquired companies products technologies and operations into Freshworks existing infrastructure.
- Attend industry conferences and events to network with potential partners and investors.
- Keep uptodate on the latest corporate development best practices and methodologies.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree in Business Finance or a related field.
- 10 years of experience in corporate development investment banking or a related field.
- Proven track record of leading and executing M&A transactions and strategic investments.
- Strong financial modeling and valuation skills.
- Excellent analytical problemsolving and decisionmaking skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior management and external stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
- MBA or other advanced degree.
- Experience in the SaaS industry with a focus on IT solutions.
- Experience working with highgrowth technology companies.
- Strong understanding of Freshworks products and business model.
Additional Information :
The annual base salary range for this position is $274720 to $323200 USD.
Compensation is based on a variety of factors including but not limited to location experience jobrelated skills and level. Bonus/equity may be available.
Freshworks offers multiple options for dental medical vision disability and life insurances. Equity ESPP flexible PTO flexible spending commuter benefits and wellness benefits are also offered. Freshworks also offers adoption and parental leave benefits.
At Freshworks we are creating a global workplace that enables everyone to find their true potential purpose and passion irrespective of their background gender race sexual orientation religion and ethnicity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all and believe that diversity in the workplace creates a more vibrant richer work environment that advances the goals of our employees communities and the business.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
