Associate, Corporate Development

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San Mateo, CA - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 133000 - 199400
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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PlayStation isnt just the Best Place to Play its also the Best Place to Work. Today were recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation5 PlayStation4 PlayStationVR PlayStationPlus acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation technology and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

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Associate Corporate Development
San Mateo CA (Hybrid)
We are seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Associate Corporate Development. Sony Interactive Entertainments (SIEs) Corporate Development Team works closely with SIEs management team and is responsible for identifying inorganic growth opportunities through acquisitions investments or joint ventures. The team sources evaluates and delivers transactions that are aligned with SIEs strategic priorities and drive significant long-term value for the company.
Foundational work of the team involves developing market insights through strong internal and external relationships to identify attractive M&A and investment opportunities. Opportunities are assessed based on rigorous investment criteria and evaluation by internal partners. Members will develop and drive internal alignment on strategic fit and the post-deal plan. The team works collaboratively across all functions and services at SIE contributing to SIEs past M&A efforts across both the Studios and Platform businesses.
This is an exciting and challenging role with significant executive exposure. The Associate is expected to bring financial analysis and deal experience as well as strategic problem-solving skills. The position offers unique opportunities at the convergence of the global media and technology industries and a chance to influence the evolution of this fast-moving sector.

Responsibilities:

  • Work with business units strategy teams and other internal partners to identify evaluate and complete strategic transactions for SIE
  • Provide market insights to support strategy and M&A activities
  • Construct detailed valuation models for potential transactions
  • Prepare presentations which outline the strategic rationale for transactions
  • Participate in cross functional due diligence processes and provide project management from due diligence through signing/closing and into integration
  • Present to senior management for project approval
  • Collaborate closely with the post-merger integration and operations team to ensure successful transaction outcomes
  • Build and maintain relationships with collaborators across SIE and across the other Sony businesses to facilitate discovery of opportunities and alignment on projects
  • Support other adjacent areas within the team including but not limited to investor relations & capital markets and strategy related projects
Qualifications:
  • 5 years of M&A experience (investment banking private equity or corporate development)
  • Experience evaluating inorganic growth opportunities including identifying key strategic themes and building financial models and presentations
  • Strategic quantitative and financial modelling skills including the ability to structure the rationale for M&A recommendations with data and valuation analyses
  • Expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel financial modeling and PowerPoint
  • Data savvy with the ability to identify key value drivers and communicate insightful actionable recommendations
  • Excellent interpersonal skills written and verbal communication and executive presence
  • Ability to multi-task manage multiple projects at one time and rapidly change priorities based on business needs
  • Strong team-player
  • Ability to work with multiple cultures and to tailor work style and messaging to function effectively across globally distributed management teams
  • BA or equivalent experience required
  • MBA a plus
  • Experience working for a major video gaming or entertainment company a plus

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At SIE we consider several factors when setting each roles base pay range including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.

Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge skills experience and location.

In addition this role
is eligible for SIEs top-tier benefits package that includes medical dental vision matching 401(k) paid time off wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Clickhere to learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$133000 - $199400 USD

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