Senior Corporate Development Analyst
About The Position
The Senior Corporate Development Analyst supports Centene’s Corporate Development Group, primarily focusing on merger and acquisition activities. The role conducts financial modeling and valuation analysis; tracks current and prospective acquisition and investment targets; evaluates competitive and industry information; and supports recurring reporting, recruiting, and training activities. The position evaluates acquisition opportunities, manages due diligence activities, develops summary conclusions, and supports the preparation of materials for Board-level review. It is 100% remote within the United States, with up to 10% travel for onsite or team meetings.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- At least 2 years of related experience in corporate development, investment banking, finance, or accounting, with a healthcare focus.
- Knowledge of corporate development, mergers and acquisitions, investment banking, and valuations; preferably in a healthcare environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
- Experience leveraging large language models and generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Copilot, to streamline daily workflows, draft content, analyze data, and accelerate problem-solving.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Analyze the market environment, including industry trends, competitor information, and acquisitions in related industries.
- Evaluate and monitor potential acquisition opportunities for Centene’s core business: government-sponsored health plans serving Medicaid managed care, Medicare Advantage, and Marketplace members.
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses of opportunities, including financial projections and valuation analyses such as DCF and accretion/dilution analyses.
- Lead the development of summary materials for Board-level review.
- Perform and manage due diligence activities for merger and acquisition opportunities.
- Lead the review, analysis, and documentation of conclusions resulting from due diligence activities.
- Communicate proactively with internal and external professionals in support of the Corporate Development Group’s objectives.
- Take ownership of project deliverables and provide analytical and administrative support to other areas of the Corporate Development Group, as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with all policies and standards.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Health insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Stock purchase plans
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off and holidays
- Flexible approach to work, with remote, hybrid, field, or office work schedules
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
