Corporate Development Analyst jobs in Houston, TX

Job Title: Corporate Development Analyst

Reports to: Senior Vice President, Corporate Development (Clark Harlow)

Position Summary:

The Corporate Development Analyst is a key member of the Park Lawn corporate development team, directly supporting the Senior Vice President of Corporate Development. This role is instrumental in executing both inorganic growth strategies (Mergers & Acquisitions) and organic expansion across the United States and Canada. The analyst will work closely with the Executive Management Team and the Board of Directors, offering a high level of visibility within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Analysis & Modeling:
• Co-lead financial modeling to evaluate mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and major capital projects.
• Conduct in-depth industry research, competitor analysis, demographic trend reviews, and risk assessments related to investments.
• Strategic Communication:
• Prepare presentations and investment memorandums for the Executive Team and Board of Directors.
• Assist in presenting recommendations and proposals related to potential transactions to senior leadership.
• Transaction Support & Due Diligence:
• Provide support during all M&A activities by managing data in the virtual data room, liaising with Sellers/Buyers, and sharing critical information across teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams during due diligence, integration planning, and post-transaction integration phases.
• Special Projects & Legal Documentation:
• Assist the finance team with special projects as needed.
• Review and contribute to the preparation of various legal documents related to transactions.
• Process Improvement & Team Development:
• Identify opportunities to enhance corporate development processes.
• Assist in the recruitment and development of new team members.

Core Competencies:

• Financial Modeling: Ability to create and analyze complex financial models.
• Project Management: Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ethical Conduct: Strong sense of ethics and integrity.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Personal Effectiveness: Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Customer Service Orientation: Ability to understand and meet stakeholder needs.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field.
• Experience:
• 1–3 years of experience in a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with financial analysis and modeling.
• Technical Skills:
• Expert proficiency in Excel (financial modeling) and PowerPoint.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Word.
• Additional Skills:
• Strong analytical abilities and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with a high degree of urgency.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Self-starter, highly motivated, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This role does not have any direct supervisory responsibilities.