Director Of Corporate Development (Remote)

Description:

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As a member of the Corporate Strategy and Development team, the Director of Corporate Development plays an integral and leading role in shaping the strategic direction of the company, with a 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.

Essential Functions:

• Advise business executives on the financial implications and risks related to key transaction issues and important strategic M&A decisions
• Address post-closing activities - post-close adjustment determination, escrow releases, dispute resolution, rep and warranty insurance expiration dates, etc.
• Build relationships across the business segments and functional teams
• Ability to travel up to 25-30% as required
• 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
• Maintain a keen awareness and acumen around Aerospace & Defense industry trends, competitors, disruptive technologies and M&A transactions
• 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
• 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
• In addition, assist with managing various minority equity investments, including existing as well as new investments
• Partner with the Integration leadership and the business segments to support initial integration activities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of prior related experience in business, economics, analytics, engineering or other related quantitative field. In lieu of degree, minimum of 13 years prior related experience.
• Must be willing to work on Eastern timezone
• 8 years experience in corporate development, investment banking, advisory services, venture capital, private equity or management consulting

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in developing business/corporate strategies and deal execution for large, complex global organizations where working across businesses and leading through influence are keys to success
• Investment Banking and/or Management Consulting experience
• Experience interacting with all parties (such as C-suite, investors, bankers, lawyers and other third-party advisors) in a transaction setting - writing and speaking skills
• Experience with venture capital investing and management of investments
• Business judgment and strategic and analytical mindset
• Understanding of Excel financial modeling, financial statements and valuation

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In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $137,000 - $255,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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