Head of Corporate Development at NielsenIQ

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

300000.0

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mergers & Acquisitions, Divestitures, Joint Ventures, Minority Investments, Deal Sourcing, Due Diligence, Deal Execution, Negotiations, Integration Planning, Investment Thesis, Strategic Thinking, Project Management, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Executive Presence, Analytical Aptitude

Industry

Software Development

Description

Job Description Head of Corporate Development NielsenIQ is in a rapid growth mode with the backing of Advent International. The NielsenIQ Strategy and Corporate Development team is embarking on a rapid growth transformation and is seeking a talented Head of Strategy and Corporate Development to lead M&A, divestitures, joint ventures, minority investments, and other inorganic growth activities for the business. As a direct report to the Chief Strategy Officer of NielsenIQ, the Head of Corporate Development plays a critical role in defining and executing the company’s organic and inorganic growth agenda. Because of this, this position will have exposure to all senior leaders across the organization and the entire C-Suite / executive leadership team of NielsenIQ as well as Advent International. Primary Roles and Responsibilities Include: Mergers & Acquisitions Curate and grow a pipeline of potential deals, proactively developing ideas for growth and actively sourcing and screening targets Represent NielsenIQ externally with M&A targets and related advisors / intermediaries Build investment thesis for potential acquisition spaces and targets, and organize and conduct due diligence activities to validate M&A and other inorganic activity in close collaboration with the C-Suite and other relevant corporate stakeholders Leading the due diligence and deal execution process; including negotiations and management of cross-functional teams and outside advisors. Driving the development and execution of a transformational and tech-enabled M&A agenda across multiple business lines. Support in integration planning and management, on an as-needed basis Divestitures Assess potential divestiture opportunities, as needed Drive divestiture processes – from banker selection, to data prep, to support on diligence, and ultimately deal documentation Joint Ventures / Minority Investments Keep track of status and information for mixture of JVs and minority investments Drive investment and decision making progress for any new potential partnerships Other Drive development of corporate development team Support three year planning process, particularly as it relates to building out inorganic growth opportunities for key business and regions Support other strategic / partnership based initiatives as business priorities dictate Qualifications 1) The ideal candidate will have at least 10-15 years of experience across either or both: Mergers & Acquisitions: Investment banking and/or Corporate Development, and a proven track-record of successfully leading/building a corporate development function. The candidate will also have experience closing a variety of different kinds of transactions (JVs, investments, partnerships, etc.) Strategy Experience: Management consulting experience in a top tier consulting firm or top Corporate Strategy in a highly demanding, fast paced environment. 2) Strategic Thinker: Ability to think “big picture” while understanding the intricacies of the problem and the solutions to get there. 3) Industry Experience: The ideal candidate has spent time in the Information services industries and/or consumer packaged goods and retail 4) Structured and Logical Thinking: The ability to dissect a problem into an organized approach and quickly form a hypothesis against which to run test analyses as well as the ability to present complex concepts/ideas in concise, easy-to-understand terms is critical. 5) Analytical Aptitude: Analytical, methodical, and rigorous approach; ability to independently take apart complex business issues, perform research and analyses, synthesize conclusions into a value-maximizing business strategy. 6) Project Management: The candidate should be able to mobilize plans around key workstreams and drive execution in a strategic manner and provide comprehensive updates to senior leaders on status of execution, challenges, and successes 7) Personal attributes: Excellent teamwork dynamics are critical. The ideal candidate will show high levels of empathy, strong communication skills and an appetite for feedback. The ability to work both individually and manage/ lead team projects and team members across business units, as well as being an honest broker and objective sounding board, is crucial to the success of this individual. The candidate selected for this position will be a creative, out-of-the-box thinker who is intellectually curious with a demonstrated interest in learning. This person will also need to be a self-motivated, high-energy individual who can easily function in a high demand, performance-driven environment. He/she must be accustomed to working on multiple tasks in parallel. This professional must demonstrate strong leadership skills, best demonstrated by the individual’s ability to gain credibility with team members and senior management. The successful candidate will: Be modest in nature, recognizing the accomplishments of the team before the individual Be highly motivated and possess vision and enthusiasm Be comfortable acting as an individual contributor and as a team manager (Player/Coach) Understand how to deliver on short time frames and be committed to meeting deadlines “no matter what” Track record building relationships and receiving support from top management, ability to manage a broad range of stakeholders Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity and a strong cross-functional background Ability to influence important internal and external stakeholders Be comfortable on his/her feet making presentations. The candidate will have strong executive presence and the ability to communicate at all levels of the organization Additional Information This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $237,200-$300,000. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include a flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support, and more. Our Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies. About NIQ NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com Want to keep up with our latest updates? Follow us on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion Compensation: USD237200 - USD300000 - yearly

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for leading all Mergers & Acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and minority investments to drive the company's inorganic growth agenda, requiring close collaboration with the C-Suite and executive leadership.