Strategy & Corporate Development Senior Analyst or Consultant
About The Position
The Strategy & Corporate Development Senior Analyst/Consultant serves as a senior individual contributor responsible for leading complex financial analysis and strategic evaluation in support of enterprise growth initiatives. This role supports mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and other corporate development activities critical to long-term business strategy. In addition, the role will assist in execution of efficiency, productivity, and cost savings initiatives. The position operates as a key analytical partner to leadership, providing data-driven insights, financial modeling, and business case development to inform high-impact decisions. The role contributes to the evaluation and execution of strategic opportunities that impact enterprise performance and growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field
- 8+ years of progressive experience in corporate development, investment banking, management consulting, or strategic finance (for Senior Analyst level)
- 10+ years of progressive experience in corporate development, investment banking, management consulting, or strategic finance (for Consultant level)
- Advanced financial modeling and valuation expertise
- Analytical and communication skills
- Demonstrated experience leading complex transactions or strategic initiatives end-to-end, including financial evaluation, diligence, and execution support (for Consultant level)
- Proven ability to influence senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders on investment decisions and strategic direction (for Consultant level)
- Communication skills with experience presenting to executive audiences (for Consultant level)
Nice To Haves
- MBA or advanced degree preferred (for Consultant level)
- Experience supporting M&A or asset acquisitions (for Senior Analyst level)
- Experience in utilities or regulated industries (for Senior Analyst level)
- Experience in capital-intensive or regulated industries preferred (for Consultant level)
Responsibilities
- Conduct complex financial and strategic analysis to support mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures
- Develop and maintain advanced financial models, including discounted cash flow (DCF), accretion analysis, scenario analysis, and sensitivity modeling
- Maintain and continuously refresh a strategic target list through internal research and market screening
- Evaluate investment opportunities using established financial and risk-based frameworks
- Assess efficiency and cost saving initiatives for operational and financial viability
- Lead transaction diligence and execution, coordinating with external advisors
- Prepare and deliver analysis and materials to support executive leadership and investment decision-making
- Conduct market, industry, and competitive research to identify growth opportunities and associated risks
- Partner with business leaders and IT to identify and capture savings opportunities through AI and automation
- Contribute to standardized tools, models, and frameworks to improve corporate development processes
Benefits
- Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
- Free access to an online wellness resources platform
- Up to 23 Vacation Days
- 80 Hours of Sick Time
- 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
- Flexible work arrangements
- 3 weeks paid parental leave
- Engage with our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council, and a variety of Employee Resource Groups that support community and growth.
- 1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room
- Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary
- Competitive 401K company contribution and match
- 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
- Wellness incentive program
- 20% off natural gas service
- Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
- TriMet Pass for all HQ employees
- Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
