Corporate Development Manager

Are you looking to shape the future growth of a global leader in access solutions AsCorporate Development Manager youll join ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Americas the industry leader in innovative integrated access solutions for commercial institutional and residential markets. Our commitment to safety security and convenience drives continued expansion through strategic acquisitions across the region. The Mergers & Acquisitions team plays a pivotal role in this growth and were seeking a Corporate Development Manager to help lead and support these initiatives.

This is an onsite position based in New Haven CT. You must have the ability to travel including internationally up to 25%.

What you will be doing

You will support endtoend M&A activities across the Americas partnering with business leaders internal teams and external advisors to evaluate structure and execute acquisition opportunities. Your work will include leading due diligence building financial models conducting market and competitive analysis managing the M&A pipeline preparing executiveready materials and supporting postclose integration to ensure value creation. Success in this role requires strong communication skills crossfunctional collaboration and the ability to drive strategic initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Due Diligence Leadership - Manage crossfunctional diligence efforts coordinating with finance legal operations compliance and external consultants to assess financial operational and strategic risks.
• Financial Modeling & Valuation - Develop detailed financial models valuations and scenario analyses. Provide insights on deal structures financing options synergies and risks.
• Deal Structuring Support - Partner with finance and legal on purchase agreement terms working capital mechanisms TSAs Day 1 readiness and risk mitigation strategies.
• Market Research & Target Identification - Analyze industry trends and competitive dynamics in locks door hardware access control and security solutions. Identify assess and recommend potential acquisition targets.
• M&A Pipeline Management - Track and prioritize opportunities maintain process discipline and ensure stakeholder alignment across active deals.
• Investment Materials & Leadership Updates - Prepare concise datadriven onepagers summaries and presentations that clearly articulate strategic rationale risks and value creation plans.
• PostMerger Integration Support - Coordinate with internal teams to drive operational alignment synergy capture and integration milestones.
• Strategic Collaboration - Work with senior leadership to align M&A activities with corporate strategy and ensure seamless execution from diligence through integration.
• Value Tracking & Governance - Support performance tracking against deal cases maintain scorecards and escalate risks or resourcing gaps.
• Lessons Learned & Playbook Development - Document postclose insights to strengthen templates diligence checklists and underwriting standards.

What we are looking for

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics Engineering or related field; MBA preferred.
• 3 years in M&A corporate development strategy or investment banking with demonstrated deal execution experience.
• Must have the ability to travel up to 50%.
• Strong expertise in financial modeling valuation (including DCF) due diligence and dealstructuring.
• Excellent negotiation communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate with senior leaders stakeholders and external partners.
• Proven ability to manage complex crossfunctional M&A processes.
• Strong project management skills and ability to thrive in a fastpaced environment.
• Experience conducting market and competitive analysis ideally in industrial manufacturing or access control.
• Ability to create clear compelling presentations for executive audiences.
• Knowledge of M&A best practices and regulatory considerations.
• Fluency in English; Spanish or Portuguese a plus for Latin American transactions.

Preferred Skills

• Industry knowledge in locks door hardware access control smart locks IoTenabled systems and electronic security.
• Familiarity with technologies such as electronic access control automated doors integrated security platforms and cloudbased solutions.
• Experience integrating manufacturing businesses including supply chain production and distribution considerations.
• Crossborder M&A experience in North and Latin America including regulatory and trade considerations.
• Understanding of UL ANSI and other relevant product and safety certifications.
• Professional certifications such as CFA CAIA PMP or M&Arelated credentials.

Why Join ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Americas

• Influence the strategic growth of a global leader in access solutions.
• Competitive compensation bonuses and comprehensive benefits.
• Strong opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Collaborative innovative culture with talented colleagues.
• Access to global career pathways within the ASSA ABLOY Group.

Ifyourepassionate about driving strategic growth through M&A and want to make a lasting impact at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Americas we encourage you to apply today!

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