Corporate Development - Manager

PwC•Tampa, FL

1d•$73,500 - $244,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As part of the Finance Policy, Strategy, Leadership team, you are expected to lead large projects, innovate processes, and maintain operational excellence while interacting with clients at a senior level to drive project success. As a Manager, Corporate Development, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic growth of the firm through M&A and investments. This role focuses on identifying, evaluating, and executing transactions that expand our capabilities, industry presence, or talent pool. You will work closely with service line leaders, partners, and executive leadership to assess the strategic fit and operational alignment with the firm’s long-term growth objectives.

Requirements

High School Diploma
4 years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, or private equity

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in economics, Economics and Finance, or Finance preferred
Other advanced degrees in a related field may be considered
Demonstrated experience in corporate development, private equity, investment banking, or related M&A environments, with a track record of supporting and executing complex transactions from target evaluation through diligence, negotiation, and close.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional diligence, develop executive-ready business cases, and work with senior leadership to evaluate and align inorganic growth opportunities with strategic priorities.
Managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Experience within or working with a Big 4, or other global consulting / professional services business
In-depth analytical, financial modeling, problem solving and research skills
Proven executive presence, communication, and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Source and evaluate potential acquisition targets
Conduct initial screening for strategic fit, execution, client impact, and potential for capability expansion
Build relationships with leading investment banks, industry contacts, and internal partners to maintain and optimize deal flow
Conduct financial modeling, valuation, synergy assessments, and deal structuring
Coordinate due diligence across service lines (e.g., legal, finance, HR, IT, risk) and manage external advisors
Present business cases and recommendations to internal stakeholders and executive leadership
Work closely with firm leadership to align M&A activity with long-term strategic goals and priorities
Support strategy development with market intelligence and competitor insights
Assess inorganic growth options to enter new markets, expand capabilities, or strengthen talent base
Prepare and deliver compelling presentations, recommendations and ad hoc projects for executive and board level stakeholders
Serve as a trusted advisor to partners and stakeholders