Senior Corporate Development and Strategy Analyst

Ardelyx • Waltham, MA

9d • $92,000 - $112,000

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Development and Strategy, the Senior Corporate Development and Strategy Analyst plays a critical role to the strategic evolution of the company. This individual will work across all aspects of the deal process, including sourcing, due diligence, financial modeling, and strategic projects as needs arise. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, analytical environment and brings strong financial acumen, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for biotechnology innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field with 2+ years of transaction experience in corporate development, investment banking, consulting, strategic finance, or business development, preferably with life science or healthcare industry exposure, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated expertise in building complex financial models and valuation analyses with substantial experience in transaction comparables and risk adjusted discounted cash flows
• Strong interests in biotechnology and pharmaceutical drug development
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Effective interpersonal and collaboration skills; ability to develop rapport and credibility with multiple stakeholders
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex data and insights clearly in effective, concise reports and presentations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• Experience with market intelligence and financial databases a plus

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of creating financial modeling and valuation analyses to support business development opportunities
• Work collaboratively cross-functionally to evaluate strategic business development opportunities, including acquisitions, licensing transactions, and collaborations
• Support diligence processes by synthesizing financial, scientific, and market data into clear strategic insights
• Prepare high quality presentation materials for senior leaders and key stakeholders as business development opportunities are advanced through the internal deal governance process
• Assist in sourcing and pipeline tracking of new business development opportunities
• Maintain tracking systems for active and historical deal processes
• Monitor competitive landscape, industry trends, and emerging therapeutic areas to inform strategic recommendations
• Contribute to continuous improvement of deal evaluation and governance processes

Benefits

• Ardelyx also offers a robust benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with generous employer match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, up to 12 weeks of living organ and bone marrow leave, equity incentive plans, health plans (medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability, flexible time off, annual Winter Holiday shut down, and at least 11 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level