Corporate Development Associate

Job Summary

Owning the execution of M&A deals from LOI through close, the full-time Corporate Development Associate will manage project workflows, lead due diligence efforts, conduct financial analysis, and coordinate transaction documentation while working remotely with occasional in-person requirements in Columbia, MO.

Key responsibilities

• Manage deal execution and project workflows across multiple live M&A deals, ensuring stakeholder alignment and tracking diligence
• Lead due diligence efforts by coordinating functional teams, building checklists, and synthesizing findings to escalate risks
• Conduct financial analysis and underwriting to support deal valuation and maintain deal models and investment committee materials

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field preferred
• At least 4 years of experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, Corporate Development, or related deal execution roles
• Strong proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets, with experience in CRMs and document management systems
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical skills with a focus on financial modeling and diligence synthesis