Sr. Corporate Development Associate

Canoo’s mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build a world-class team to  deploy this sustainable mobility revolution.  We have developed breakthrough electric vehicles that are reinventing the automotive landscape with pioneering technologies, award-winning designs, and a unique business model that spans all owners in the full lifecycle of the vehicle. Canoo is starting production in 2022 and is distinguished by its pioneering and experienced team of technologists, engineers, and designers. With offices around the country, the company is scaling quickly and seeking candidates who love to challenge themselves, are motivated by purpose, and possess a strong desire to get things done.

Overview

The “Canoo Way”

Canoo’s success is the direct result of our disciplined application of our core operating principles and drills, which are based on three main principles: Think 80/20 (“Important versus less important”), Act 30/30 (“Reduce waste and increase output”), and Live 90/10 (“We have each other’s back”). We hire based on “MET” - Mindset, Equipment and willingness to Train - and seek individuals that take accountability and deliver results being Humble, Hungry to succeed, and Hunting for opportunities to win. We train our team to engage with each other by modulating between their intellect (iQ) and emotional intelligence (eQ) applying Facts, Finesse, and Force when they communicate. The principles and drills of the CANOO Way have been fundamental to our success, our ability to grow, continuously improve, innovate and are at the core of our day-to-day operations.

Job Purpose

As part of the Strategy & Corporate Development Team, you will work with senior executives on the execution of corporate strategy, fundraising and strategic partnerships while gaining substantive exposure to emerging technologies and trends in the Electric Vehicles and Mobility industry. Leveraging 4+ years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, private equity, or management consulting, you will play a key role in the ongoing success of the team. Our team values entrepreneurial spirit, strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and the ability to learn new skills quickly in a fast-paced and exciting work environment.

Responsibilities

(80s of the Position)

• Preparation of offering memoranda, pitch books and other material related to strategy, financings, valuations, and M&A transactions
• Conduct and analyze industry research related to new technologies in the automotive sector including electric vehicles, autonomous driving, internet-of-vehicles and mobility
• Develop comprehensive financial models and ad hoc analyses including discounted cash flow, capitalization structures, comparable company, precedent M&A transactions, and merger consequence analyses
• Manage fundraising processes for future debt and equity capital raising
• Formulate and test analyses for new strategic initiatives: new product lines, expansion opportunities, and new business models
• Assist in sourcing, executing and managing business development and strategic partnership initiatives

Qualifications

• Mastery of Excel and Power Point with extensive financial modeling experience
• Business development / deal sourcing experience
• Bachelors degree with relevant coursework in finance and accounting
• Experience in auto / mobility sector preferred
• Strong understanding of capital markets
• Strong financial analytical understanding and skills
• Strong knowledge and experience in public equity and debt offerings
• Experience and comfort with leading and managing working level deal teams
• 6+ years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development or management consulting
• Strong understanding of macroeconomics and economic trends

Travel Requirements

• Some Travel as needed

Physical Requirements For Non-Physical Positions

While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time, occasionally bending or stooping, lifting up to 10 pounds, and prolonged periods of computer use.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

What's Cool About Working Here...

• Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone
• Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Equity Compensation

Canoo is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

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