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DirectorPartner, M&A and Exit Strategies

Bright Self


Job Location:

New York City, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 2 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 29 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Managing Director / Partner M&A and Exit Strategies to lead mergers acquisitions divestitures and exit planning initiatives for our clients. This leadership role will work closely with executive teams to identify evaluate and execute strategic growth opportunities while maximizing shareholder value.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in investment banking private equity corporate development or M&A advisory with a proven track record of successfully leading complex addition to leading transaction execution this role is expected to drive business growth by cultivating strategic relationships and generating new M&A and advisory opportunities through an established professional network.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute M&A strategies including acquisitions partnerships and divestitures.
  • Lead the full transaction lifecycle including due diligence financial modeling valuation deal structuring negotiations and integration planning.
  • Advise clients on exit strategies including mergers IPOs private sales and other liquidity events.
  • Build and maintain relationships with investment banks venture capital firms private equity groups and strategic advisors.
  • Manage transaction pipelines and identify new growth opportunities.
  • Lead and mentor cross-functional teams to ensure successful deal execution.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and represent the firm at industry events.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field.
  • 12 years of experience in M&A investment banking private equity or corporate development preferably within a public accounting firm environment.
  • Strong expertise in financial modeling valuation due diligence and transaction execution.
  • Proven leadership negotiation communication and relationship management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • CPA or MBA preferred.
  • Established network within the New York financial and advisory community.
  • Experience leveraging technology to enhance transaction execution and efficiency.