Business Development Analyst Lead
Cirrus•Duluth, MN
•$104,085 - $156,128
About The Position
The Business Development Analyst Lead is responsible for identifying growth opportunities, analyzing market trends, and supporting strategic initiatives to drive business expansion. This position plays a key role in identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic acquisition, investment and internal start-up opportunities aligned with the company’s growth objectives. As an individual contributor within the Finance organization, this role works closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors to size business opportunities, develop market analyses, create business cases, manage the M&A pipeline and drive all phases of the M&A lifecycle—from sourcing and initial diligence to valuation, deal execution, and post-close integration planning. The ideal candidate is analytical, commercially savvy, highly collaborative, and capable of executive-ready communications and presence.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 7+ years of progressive experience in M&A, investment banking, corporate development, private equity, or strategic finance.
- Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex data, identify trends, and generate actional insights.
- Familiarity with business intelligence tools and data analysis software (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI).
- Proven experience with financial modeling, valuation methodologies, and transaction execution.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to assess strategic fit and commercial rationale.
- Exceptional communication skills, with ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences and executive teams.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working cross-functionally with Legal, HR, Tax, IT and Operations teams.
Nice To Haves
- MBA preferred
Responsibilities
- Identify Growth Opportunities
- Analyze market trends and customer needs to identify potential business opportunities and partnerships
- Quantify and prioritize a portfolio of organic revenue growth ideas, routinely vet with business and corporate leadership, and drive business case development of top opportunities
- Identify potential acquisition targets or partnership opportunities based on strategic fit, industry trends, and market research, and maintain a M&A target pipeline aligned to corporate strategy
- Conduct thorough research and analysis of industry trends, competitor activities, market sizing and, consumer behavior to inform strategic decisions
- Perform detailed financial modeling (pro forma P&Ls) and valuation analysis (DCF, market comps, precedent transactions, etc.)
- Analyze historical and projected financial performance of targets to assess viability and fit
- Monitor industry trends, competitors, and strategic activity to inform M&A strategy
- Maintain knowledge of valuation trends, deal structures, and best practices in M&A
- Lead cross-functional due diligence programs across Finance, Legal, HR, IT, Operations, and other teams.
- Develop diligence workplans and coordinate communication across internal and external stakeholders
- Support negotiation of deal terms, purchase agreements, and related transaction documentation in collaboration with legal and external advisors
- Prepare and present reports on finding and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders to support decision making processes
- Develop investment memos and presentations for executive leadership and board-level review
- Partner with functional teams to build integration playbooks and identify key risks and synergies
- Support tracking and realization of value post-close.
- Actively supports our mission, vision and core values and demonstrates Cirrus’ Service Essentials
- Follows standard operating procedures and processing guidelines while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness
- Participates in department meetings and offers suggestions and ideas for process improvement
- Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance
- Other projects and duties as assigned
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
- Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts:FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
- Well-being:Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
- 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
- PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
- Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
- Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
- Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
- Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
