Sr. Manager, Strategy & Corporate Development

Woodward, Inc.

Base: $134,000 - $201,000; bonus: annual cash bonu...
Hybrid
End-to-end m&a deal execution
Financial modeling and valuation
Private equity or investment banking experience
Woodward, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager for Strategy & Corporate Development to lead M&A transactions and growth initiatives in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in private equity, investment banking, or corporate development, and a proven ability to manage complex deals independently

Job Summary

  • The role involves owning the full lifecycle of M&A, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic investments from sourcing through close.
  • Candidates must have proven experience executing complex transactions in private equity, investment banking, or corporate development environments.
  • The company offers an extensive Total Reward package including a 401(k) match, annual stock contribution, and paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

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Woodward, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager for Strategy & Corporate Development to lead M&A transactions and growth initiatives in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in private equity, investment banking, or corporate development, and a proven ability to manage complex deals independently.

Salary

Base: $134,000 - $201,000; Bonus: Annual cash bonus opportunity; Benefits: 401(k) match (4.5%), Stock contribution (5%), Medical/Dental/Vision

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • End-to-end M&A deal execution
  • Financial modeling and valuation
  • Private equity or investment banking experience
  • Target identification and market scanning
  • Diligence management across functional teams

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to thrive in ambiguity
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Cross-functional leadership without authority
  • Deep industry dynamics curiosity
  • Executive communication presence

Key Requirements

  • 6+ years experience in PE, IB, Strategy Consulting, or Corporate Development
  • Demonstrated experience leading transactions independently
  • Must be a U.S. Person under ITAR/EAR regulations

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. Person (Citizen, Green Card Holder, Asylee, or Refugee)

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