Director, Corporate Development

L3HHCM20•Melbourne, FL

2d•$140,000 - $298,500•Remote

About The Position

As a member of the CSD team, the Director, Corporate Development plays an integral and leading role in shaping the strategic direction of the company, with a strong focus on supporting strategic growth initiatives. The position will support the development and implementation of the portfolio management framework, end-to-end acquisition and divestiture transaction execution, venture investing, and the establishment of strategic partnerships. The role will provide problem-solving support, conduct analysis and research, develop recommendations, and communicate well-articulated conclusions.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in business/finance/accounting, economics, analytics, engineering or other related quantitative field with 10 years prior experience, Graduate Degree with 8 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 19 years of prior related experience in corporate development
8 years’ experience in corporate development, investment banking, advisory services, venture capital, private equity or management consulting

Nice To Haves

MBA or Legal degree preferred
Aerospace and Defense industry experience
Excellent written, verbal, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
Very strong (well above average) MS-Excel and MS-PowerPoint skills
Results-oriented, takes the initiative mentality
Demonstrates a highly analytical work ethic/approach
A fast learner with the ability to take initial direction and self-manage to complete assignments on time and to expectations
Highly collaborative team player and leader
Pragmatic with a strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Ability to devise logical methods/approaches

Responsibilities

Partner with the business and strategy teams to track and identify potential acquisition targets and transactions or partnerships, which are aligned with L3Harris’ strategic priorities. Help review and pressure test the acquisition thesis or partnership’s strategic rationale
Lead the initial acquisition process, including confidentiality agreements, initial due diligence, preliminary financial modeling, transaction valuation and term sheet preparation
Lead the execution phase of the acquisition or divestiture process by working closely with the business segment, legal team, external advisors and functional due diligence leads from across the company. Responsibilities will include due diligence coordination, synergy, financial modeling and valuation analyses, transaction structuring, legal document reviews and negotiation, integration planning support and managing the internal approval process
Address post-closing activities, including post-close adjustment determination, escrow releases, dispute resolution and rep and warranty insurance expiration dates, among other items
Partner with business segment, sector and division leadership to support integration and separation activities
Build exceptional relationships across the business segments and functional teams
Advise business executives on the financial implications and risks related to key transaction issues and important strategic M&A decisions
Maintain a keen awareness and acumen around Aerospace & Defense industry trends, competitors, disruptive technologies and M&A transactions
Engage with investment bankers on inbound acquisition opportunities and to exchange M&A ideas as well as solicit information and perspectives on companies and business areas of interest
In addition, assist with managing various minority equity investments, including existing as well as new investments