Sr Director - M&A and Corporate Development

Mattel Hq • El Segundo, CA

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About The Position

The Senior Director of M&A and Corporate Development at Mattel will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's future by driving M&A initiatives and corporate strategy. This high-profile position involves collaboration with senior leaders and stakeholders across various departments, focusing on strategic growth opportunities and managing complex transactions in the consumer goods, entertainment, and tech industries.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; MBA highly desirable from a top-tier university
• 12+ years of work experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development
• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment
• Experience managing complex M&A transactions with internal and external stakeholders
• Exceptional quantitative skills and financial acumen
• Ability to develop trust-based relationships and influence stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and quantitative skills
• Self-starter with comfort in ambiguity and proactive approach
• Persuasive communication skills tailored to diverse audiences

Nice To Haves

• Experience in consumer, media, or technology sectors
• Familiarity with financial modeling techniques
• Previous experience in a corporate strategy role

Responsibilities

• Partner with EVP, Chief Strategy Officer to develop and execute the overall M&A strategy for Mattel
• Develop and monitor pipeline of potential M&A and partnership opportunities
• Translate corporate and business strategy into M&A strategy and identify potential acquisition opportunities
• Lead the evaluation and execution of M&A opportunities of $100M to $1B+
• Conduct due diligence, develop business cases, and build detailed financial models
• Ensure M&A excellence across the deal cycle, including strategy, sourcing, execution, and post-merger integration

Benefits

• Flexible work model
• Access to C-Suite and senior-level executives
• Ownership in cross-organizational projects
• Exposure to various industries including consumer goods and tech

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees