Corporate Development Manager

HERE•Chicago, IL

8d•$138,000 - $155,000

About The Position

HERE Technologies is seeking a highly motivated Corporate Development Manager to join our team in Chicago. This role will be instrumental in supporting the company’s inorganic growth agenda through Partnerships, M&A, strategic investments, and long-term corporate strategy initiatives. The Corporate Development Manager will work closely with senior leadership to evaluate opportunities, execute transactions, and ensure successful integration to maximize value creation.

Requirements

5–7 years of professional experience in investment banking, management consulting, private equity, or corporate development.
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business, or related field; MBA preferred.
Highly collaborative with strong project management skills and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with deep understanding of valuation techniques and transaction structuring.
Proven experience executing M&A transactions or strategic investments.
Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to interact with executive leadership and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Fundamental understanding of the software and/or car manufacturing industry would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

Corporate Development Planning & Market Analysis Conduct industry research, competitive benchmarking, and market trend analysis to identify inorganic growth opportunities.
Partner with executive leadership to assess new business models, geographic expansion, and diversification strategies.
Develop presentations and materials for the executive team, Board of Directors, and investment committees.
Partnerships & Investments Serve as a program manager for key partnerships, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and continue to execute on common goals.
Evaluate and negotiate strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and minority investments.
Structure commercial agreements that align with long-term business objectives.
Integration & Value Capture Support post-merger integration planning and execution, ensuring financial, operational, and cultural alignment.
Track performance of completed transactions and report on synergy realization.
Mergers & Acquisitions Lead financial modeling, valuation, and business case development for potential acquisitions and divestitures.
Manage end-to-end deal execution, including target identification, due diligence, structuring, and negotiation support.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams (finance, legal, operations, HR, product) to ensure seamless execution.