Director of Corporate Development

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Strategic Initiatives

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Acquisitions, Divestitures, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

Certifications:

Experience:

8 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

No

Job Description:

We are GDIT. There is no challenge we can't turn into an opportunity. And our work depends on a Director of Corporate Development with a focus on Mergers & Acquisitions. The role will span the full M&A lifecycle, from target identification to diligence to post-closing integration.

This is a hybrid role, requiring in-office presence 2-3 days per week located at GDIT’s headquarters in Falls Church, Virginia, reporting directly to GDIT's Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Development.

HOW A DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
●Serve as a leader for the company across all aspects of M&A transaction processes, spanning from target identification to diligence of possible acquisitions and through closing and post-closing integration

●Work closely with strategy and business personnel to support M&A strategy and identify potential acquisition targets

●Lead all aspects of the company’s diligence process, including planning, execution and leadership reviews in coordination with business and functional leaders

●Identify potential risks associated with transactions and work with business and functional leaders to assess and mitigate risks

●Build partnerships with business and functional teams to enhance transaction processes and understand strategic priorities

●Perform analyses, make recommendations, and lead cross-functional teams to facilitate integration and restructuring of operations after a merger, acquisition or divestiture has taken place

●Participates in special projects as required

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
● Education: Bachelor's Degree required; Master’s degree in business or equivalent preferred
● Required Experience: Eight (8+) years of total experience, preferably in corporate development/M&A, with meaningful hands-on transaction experience at all stages of M&A transactions; Aerospace & Defense industry experience preferred.
● Excellent deal process management, problem solving and organizational skills; proven track record of leading deal teams

● Ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels of the organization

● Ability to work proactively in complex and fast-paced environments with multiple projects and priorities

● Exemplary attention to detail in all aspects of work product

● Excellent interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills

● Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance preferred
● Location: Falls Church, Virginia office


GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $170,000 - $230,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life b