Director of Corporate Development & M&A at CBTS

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

M&A Strategy, Deal Execution, Financial Modeling, Valuation, Diligence, Transaction Management, Executive Presence, Risk Analysis, Integration Planning, Market Intelligence, Negotiation, Cross-Functional Leadership, Investment Analysis, Pipeline Management, Strategic Thinking, Communication

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Company Overview CBTS is a ~$1.2B revenue technology services and product resale organization with a strong track record of organic growth and an active, disciplined M&A strategy. Inorganic growth is a core pillar of our long-term value creation plan, focused on acquiring accretive businesses that expand capabilities, vertical depth, and geographic reach. Role Overview The Director, Corporate Development & M&A will lead the end-to-end execution of the company’s M&A strategy, from deal origination through close and early integration. This is a senior, hands-on role that combines strategic judgment with strong transaction execution, comparable to a Director role in private equity or a lead corporate development role in a sponsor-backed operating company. The role will serve as a trusted thought partner to executive leadership, owning deal strategy, financial rigor, and investment narratives presented to the executive team and Board. Transactions will typically range from $50–150M in revenue and $10–30M in EBITDA, across services-led, product resale, and hybrid business models. This role reports to the SVP of Operations and works closely with Finance, Legal, HR, IT, Operations, and external advisors. Key Responsibilities M&A Strategy & Deal Leadership Own execution of the company’s M&A roadmap in alignment with corporate strategy Translate strategic priorities into clear acquisition theses and target profiles Lead end-to-end deal execution along with SVP Operations, including valuation, diligence, negotiation support, and closing Work with our PE investor TowerBrook in qualifying the deals and through the entire deal execution process. Act as the primary internal quarterback for all active transactions Financial Analysis & Investment Rigor Oversee development and review of robust financial models, including: Historical performance and forecast modeling Synergy identification and realization planning Accretion/dilution, IRR, NPV, and downside scenario analysis Evaluate target economics, customer concentration, margin sustainability, scalability, and risk factors Ensure disciplined valuation frameworks using comps, precedents, and intrinsic methodologies Diligence & Transaction Management Lead cross-functional diligence workstreams (Finance, Tax, Legal, HR, IT, Commercial) Manage external advisors (IBs, QoE providers, legal counsel, tax advisors) Synthesize diligence findings into clear risk-reward narratives and mitigation plans Support LOI development, purchase agreement negotiations, and closing processes Executive & Board Engagement Prepare and present investment committee and Board materials Provide clear and concise deal recommendations with defensible assumptions Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on deal risks, structure, and value creation levers Integration & Value Creation (Early Phase) Partner with functional leaders to ensure smooth handoff from deal close to integration Support development of integration priorities tied to deal thesis and synergy realization Track post-close performance against underwriting assumptions Pipeline & Market Intelligence Oversee deal sourcing efforts, including banker relationships, target mapping, and inbound screening Maintain a high-quality acquisition pipeline and market intelligence Monitor industry trends, competitive dynamics, and valuation environments Qualifications & Experience (Required) 8–12+ years of experience in private equity, investment banking, corporate development, or transaction advisory Proven experience leading middle-market M&A transactions end-to-end Deep financial modeling, valuation, and diligence expertise Strong executive presence with experience presenting to senior leadership and boards Ability to manage multiple complex workstreams in a fast-paced environment High ownership mindset with sound judgment and attention to detail (Preferred) Experience with technology services, IT services, distribution, or reseller business models Background in sponsor-backed or acquisitive growth environments Exposure to integration planning and post-close performance tracking MBA, CFA, or equivalent experience preferred but not required What Success Looks Like High-confidence investment decisions driven by clear, rigorous analysis Deals that close efficiently, at the right price, with risks clearly understood Strong credibility with executives, Board members, and external partners A well-maintained, strategic acquisition pipeline aligned to long-term growth Consistent delivery of value against underwriting assumptions Why This Role Direct influence on the company’s growth trajectory and long-term value creation High visibility with executive leadership and Board Opportunity to lead meaningful, complex transactions with real operating impact Platform role with potential to grow into broader strategy or executive leadership responsibilities #LI-Remote #LI-PF2 Due to U.S. Government requirements applicable to foreign-owned telecommunications providers, non-US citizens may be required to submit to an extensive government agency background check which will necessitate disclosure of sensitive Personally Identifiable Information.

Responsibilities

The Director of Corporate Development & M&A will lead the execution of the company’s M&A strategy, overseeing deal origination through to integration. This includes managing financial analysis, transaction management, and providing insights to executive leadership and the Board.