Senior Director, Corporate Development

Workday

Pleasanton, CA, USA
Base: $233,500 - $350,300 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Hybrid (50% in-office, 50% remote)
15+ years m&a technology sector experience
Buy-side m&a transaction lifecycle leadership
Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills
Workday is seeking a Senior Director of Corporate Development to lead M&A and strategic investment initiatives. The role demands extensive experience in the technology sector, particularly in corporate development and M&A, while promoting a culture of collaboration and integrity

Job Summary

  • The Senior Director will lead the identification, evaluation, and execution of public and private company acquisitions and strategic investments.
  • This role requires developing deep competitive landscape understanding and conducting detailed diligence processes to vet key value drivers.
  • Candidates must articulate clear transaction rationale and risks to senior executives and the board while managing complex cross-functional teams.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Workday is seeking a Senior Director of Corporate Development to lead M&A and strategic investment initiatives. The role demands extensive experience in the technology sector, particularly in corporate development and M&A, while promoting a culture of collaboration and integrity.

Salary

Base: $233,500 - $350,300 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years M&A technology sector experience
  • Buy-side M&A transaction lifecycle leadership
  • Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills
  • Strategic finance and corporate strategy background
  • Cross-functional team consensus building

Nice-to-have

  • Self-starter with flexibility for multiple projects
  • Strong oral and written communication capabilities
  • Positive attitude aligned with company culture
  • Ability to work under time pressure
  • Experience in enterprise software market sectors

Key Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree required
  • MBA preferred
  • 15+ years proven leadership in M&A
  • End-to-end buy-side transaction experience

Work Rights

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