Corporate Development Lead – PE-Backed Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Business
SE11034
Our client - backed by a leading private equity firm, is primed for rapid expansion through an aggressive buy-and-build strategy. Specializing in healthcare and pharmaceuticals, this company is positioned at the forefront of the industry, driving innovation and delivering cutting-edge solutions across the sector.
This is a unique opportunity to lead corporate development efforts and shape the future of a dynamic, high-growth organization during a critical expansion phase.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute the corporate development and M&A strategy in alignment with the company's aggressive growth objectives.
* Identify and source strategic acquisition opportunities within the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors.
* Lead the evaluation of potential acquisition targets, focusing on strategic, financial, and operational fit.
* Oversee and manage the end-to-end due diligence process, with a keen focus on sector-specific risks and opportunities.
* Design and negotiate deal structures that align with the company's strategic goals, ensuring favorable terms and outcomes.
* Manage all vendor and third-party relationships throughout the deal lifecycle, ensuring successful negotiations and deal closures.
* Lead post-acquisition integration efforts, ensuring smooth transitions and alignment with business objectives.
* Deliver regular updates and reports on M&A activities to the executive team, Board, and private equity sponsor.
* Work closely with internal stakeholders, including the executive team, to align M&A activities with broader company objectives and drive long-term value creation.
Candidate Profile:
* Extensive experience in corporate development or M&A within healthcare, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences.
* Demonstrable experience managing the full deal lifecycle, ideally within a buy-and-build environment.
* Strong experience in private equity-backed businesses, with a clear understanding of the unique dynamics in this space.
* Ability to independently execute and deliver on M&A strategies aligned with broader company growth targets.
* Experience leading corporate development or M&A teams, with excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
* Strong commercial acumen with a deep understanding of financial modeling, valuation, and integration processes.
* Likely started in M&A Advisory, Corporate Finance, or Investment Banking, with a focus on healthcare, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences.
This role offers a rare opportunity to spearhead growth in a high-impact industry. If you are an M&A professional passionate about healthcare & pharmaceuticals, we'd love to hear from you
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