Corporate Development Analyst

3M•Maplewood, MN

3d•$124,127 - $151,710•Onsite

About The Position

The Corporate Development Analyst works closely with Corporate Development Managers and business leaders to understand business strategies and identify, evaluate, and develop acquisition, investment, and partnership opportunities. The role supports the design of tailored deal structures and processes and project management for large, complex global transactions, including due diligence, forecasting, valuation, negotiations, and internal approvals. The analyst works with business units to conduct due diligence, validate assumptions and financial drivers, and prepare financial packages for executive committees. The position may also lead smaller projects of moderate risk and complexity and build trusted relationships with business decision makers. The analyst is expected to develop an understanding of 3M’s history, culture, technology, manufacturing, global reach, and brand, and to contribute to continual improvements in processes, systems, and organizational capabilities. This role follows an on-site working model, requiring work at least four days per week at the 3M Center in Maplewood, Minnesota. Travel may include up to 25% domestic or international travel. Relocation may be authorized. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher, completed and verified before starting.
At least two years of combined experience in mergers and acquisitions, finance, and/or consulting in a private, public, government, or military environment.
Legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Nice To Haves

MBA from an accredited university.
At least three years of experience in mergers and acquisitions.
At least one year of experience in valuation analysis.
Working knowledge of accounting, finance, tax, legal, and business operations.
Advanced Excel skills in building and adapting financial models.
Strong financial acumen and ability to translate complex business problems into financial terms.
Creative problem-solving skills and ability to work with diverse functional teams to evaluate and resolve complex issues.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Flexibility and responsiveness in meeting tight deadlines.
Knowledge of 3M’s markets, products, and technical direction.

Responsibilities

Partner with Corporate Development Managers and business leaders to understand strategies and identify, evaluate, and develop acquisition, investment, and partnership opportunities.
Support the development of tailored deal structures and processes suited to project objectives.
Support project management of large, complex, global transactions, including cross-functional teams conducting due diligence, forecasting, valuation, negotiations, and internal approvals.
Work with business units on due diligence, validation of assumptions, and assessment of key financial drivers.
Prepare accurate financial packages for executive committees to support investment decisions.
Occasionally lead smaller projects of moderate risk and complexity.
Build trusted relationships with business decision makers and support communication and alignment on project-related business decisions.
Develop an understanding of 3M’s history, culture, and capabilities, including its technology, manufacturing, global reach, and brand.
Contribute to continual improvement of processes, systems, people, and the organization’s overall success.
Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.
Contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.