Senior Corporate Development Manager

Squarespace Corporate Development is looking for a Senior Manager to join our growing team. You will be visible in the organization and involve frequent interaction with the leadership team and all other Squarespace staff levels. You will partner cross-functionally to build the inorganic growth strategy for Squarespace's, high-growth business.
The Senior Corporate Development Manager will be involved in the deal process, including sourcing, qualification, initial rationale/pitch, financial modeling, valuation, due diligence and closing and integration activities. You are action-oriented and comfortable driving outcomes across all partners.
You will report to the Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development and be based in our New York office.
You'll Get To…

• Drive and support the development, analysis and execution of M&A transactions
• Seek ways to improve processes to build the corporate development practice
• Develop decision matrices and frameworks to analyze complex problems
• Analyze industries, businesses, and new opportunities through strategic, financial and feasibility frameworks, applying sound business judgment and contributing M&A expertise
• Work with diligence teams and leaders, including product, marketing, finance, legal, people, and others, to guide projects forward by synthesizing feedback, and developing agreement.
• Source potential acquisition targets through proactive engagement and outreach to build a pipeline of opportunities
• Research and diligence relevant industries to identify important trends, segmentation, value propositions, business models, and competitive dynamics.
• Apply rigorous quantitative analyses to acquisitions and other strategic plans, including building financial models and applying valuation methodologies

Who We're Looking For

• Ability to because a trusted advisor with company partners and with external CEOs/Founders, management teams and investors
• Passion for learning about new technologies, products, and businesses
• The ability to articulate complex problems and provide solutions and recommendations
• Expert analytical and financial modeling skills
• Team player with excellent judgment who can identify and anticipate needs
• Attention to detail
• 7+ years total experience through a combination of investment banking, M&A, private equity, and corporate development
• 3+ years of in-house corporate development experience with direct buyside deal experience
• Worked with technology companies (consumer internet a plus) and SaaS business models with a deep understanding of essential software / SaaS business KPIs (e.g., ARR, billings/bookings to revenue conversion, ARPU, LTV/CAC).
• Expert in Excel (can perform complex functions) and presentation applications (i.e. Google Slides, PowerPoint)

Benefits & Perks

• Equity plan for all employees
• Private rooftop
• Up to 20 weeks of paid family leave
• Free lunch and snacks
• A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums
• Pretax commuter benefit
• Dog-friendly workplace
• Access to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverage
• Headspace mindfulness app subscription
• Retirement benefits with employer match
• Flexible paid time off
• Education reimbursement
• 6 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Employee donation match to community organizations
• Fertility and adoption benefits

Cash Compensation Range: $178,500 - $287,500 USD
The base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors.
In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include on-target commissions or overtime pay), all Squarespace employees are eligible to receive equity in the company as part of their total compensation.
About Squarespace
Squarespace is a leading all-in-one website building and ecommerce platform that enables millions to build a brand and transact with their customers in an impactful and beautiful online presence. Our products allow anyone at any stage of their journey to manage their projects and businesses through websites, domains, ecommerce, marketing tools, and scheduling, along with tools for managing a social media presence with Unfold and hospitality business management through Tock. Squarespace democratizes access to outstanding design, helping our customers in approximately 200 countries and territories maintain consistent branding across all digital touchpoints to stand out online. Our team of more than 1,400 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, Aveiro, Portugal (coming soon!) and coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, and Australia. For more information, visit www.squarespace.com.
Our Commitment
Today, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers, but we also work toward the same in our employees. At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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