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Vice President of Strategic Corporate Development – Acqui-hiring

Acqui-Hiring Strategy & Execution

Develop and implement a structured approach to identifying, engaging, and acquiring high-value consulting teams and boutique firms.
Build and maintain relationships with industry professionals, target firms, and strategic partners to create a strong acquisition pipeline.
Lead negotiations and deal structuring to secure talent-driven acquisitions that align with the firm’s strategic growth priorities.
Conduct due diligence, collaborating cross-functionally with finance, legal, and operations teams to assess and execute acquisitions.
Partner with executive leadership to ensure cultural alignment and strategic integration of acquired teams.

Market Research & Target Identification

Conduct industry research to identify emerging trends, competitor moves, and talent acquisition opportunities.
Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of potential team and boutique firm acquisitions through direct outreach, industry networking, and market intelligence.
Assess acquisition targets based on financial performance, service offerings, and long-term strategic value to the business.

Integration & Talent Optimization

Develop and execute post-acquisition integration plans to optimize talent retention, align operational structures, and maximize business impact.
Collaborate with HR and leadership teams to ensure a seamless onboarding experience for newly acquired professionals.
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of talent acquisitions and their contributions to growth.

Qualifications

8+ years of experience in corporate development, M&A, staffing, business services, or financial advisory.
Proven track record in executing talent-driven acquisitions and acqui-hiring strategies.
Strong expertise in deal origination, financial modeling, valuation, and negotiation.
Exceptional relationship-building skills, particularly with founder-led businesses and niche advisory firms.
Experience leading due diligence and integration processes within a professional services environment.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, private equity-backed business with an aggressive growth strategy.
Strong financial acumen and proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and M&A analytics tools.

This role is ideal for a strategic leader with a deep understanding of talent-driven acquisitions, eager to drive expansion within a highly specialized, growth-focused professional services firm.

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Job Responsibilities

Vice President of Strategic Corporate Development

Location: Remote – Open to candidates nationwide

Company Overview:

Position Overview:

Key Responsibilities:

Acqui-Hiring Strategy & Execution:

Develop and implement a structured approach to identifying, engaging, and acquiring high-value consulting teams and boutique firms.
Build and manage relationships with industry professionals, target firms, and strategic partners to create a strong acquisition pipeline.
Lead negotiations and deal structuring to secure talent-driven acquisitions that align with the firm’s strategic priorities.
Conduct due diligence, working cross-functionally with finance, legal, and operations teams to assess and execute acquisitions.
Partner with executive leadership to ensure cultural alignment and strategic fit of acquired teams.

Market Research & Target Identification:

Conduct industry research to identify trends, competitor moves, and emerging opportunities for talent acquisition.
Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential team and boutique firm acquisitions through direct outreach, industry networking, and market intelligence.
Evaluate acquisition targets based on financial performance, service offerings, and long-term value to the business.

Integration & Talent Optimization:

Develop post-acquisition integration plans to optimize talent retention, align operational structures, and maximize business impact.
Collaborate with HR and leadership teams to ensure a seamless onboarding process for newly acquired professionals.
Define and track key performance indicators to measure the success of talent acquisitions and their contributions to growth.

Qualifications:

8+ years of experience in corporate development, M&A, staffing, business services, or financial advisory.
Proven ability to execute talent-driven acquisitions and acqui-hiring strategies.
Strong background in deal origination, financial modeling, valuation, and negotiation.
Exceptional relationship-building skills, particularly with founder-led businesses and niche advisory firms.
Experience leading due diligence and integration processes in a professional services environment.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, private equity-backed business with an aggressive growth strategy.
Strong financial acumen and proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and M&A analytics tools.

This role is ideal for a strategic leader who understands the dynamics of talent-driven acquisitions and wants to drive expansion within a highly specialized, growth-oriented professional services firm.

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