Director, Corporate Development (san Diego/hybrid)

Illumina

San Diego, California, United States
Base: $187,400 - $281,000; bonus/equity: variable ...
Hybrid
10+ years management experience
Lead cross-functional deal teams
Develop investment theses
This role serves as a strategic leader accountable for translating enterprise priorities into actionable external opportunity agendas through high-impact M&A and investment initiatives

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a strategic leader accountable for translating enterprise priorities into actionable external opportunity agendas through high-impact M&A and investment initiatives.
  • The position requires deep scientific and technical insight to independently assess complex external opportunities and integrate scientific, commercial, financial, and operational perspectives.
  • Employees are eligible for variable cash programs, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

Matching Summary

This role serves as a strategic leader accountable for translating enterprise priorities into actionable external opportunity agendas through high-impact M&A and investment initiatives.

Salary

Base: $187,400 - $281,000; Bonus/Equity: Variable cash program and equity eligible; Benefits: Health/dental/vision, retirement, PTO, genomics sequencing access

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years management experience
  • Lead cross-functional deal teams
  • Develop investment theses
  • Conduct scientific due diligence
  • Influence without authority

Nice-to-have

  • PhD in life sciences preferred
  • Top-tier consulting or investment bank background
  • Experience with integration planning
  • Strong executive presence
  • Global matrixed organization experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 18 years relevant experience OR advanced degree with 8-12+ years
  • 10+ years of Management experience
  • Experience in corporate development, M&A, or investment banking within life sciences
  • Reside in San Diego area

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