Director of Business Development

SafeLease is a high-growth startup redefining the insurance industry through strategic acquisitions and a vertically integrated approach to insurance program creation. We are seeking a Director of Business Development to lead our M&A strategy, source and evaluate acquisition targets, and execute high-impact deals. In this role, you will work closely with executive leadership to drive strategic initiatives, conduct due diligence, and expand our portfolio of insurance solutions. This is a hybrid role based in downtown Austin, Texas.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute SafeLease's M&A strategy, identifying acquisition opportunities that align with our growth objectives.
• Lead market research and competitive analysis to assess trends, emerging opportunities, and potential acquisition targets.
• Own the deal pipeline, from sourcing and initial outreach to negotiation, structuring, and closing transactions.
• Conduct financial modeling, valuation analysis, and due diligence to assess investment opportunities.
• Work cross-functionally with finance, legal, and operations teams to ensure smooth deal execution and post-merger integration.
• Build and maintain relationships with key industry stakeholders, including brokers, insurance carriers, and potential acquisition targets.
• Drive SafeLease’s corporate development efforts, identifying strategic partnerships that expand our insurance offerings.
• Provide executive leadership with insights and recommendations to inform long-term business strategy.

About You

• 5+ years of experience in business development, corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or consulting, with a strong focus on M&A.
• Expertise in insurance, financial services, or related industries, with a deep understanding of market dynamics and regulatory considerations.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills, with experience in deal execution and due diligence.
• Proven ability to develop and manage a deal pipeline, with a track record of closing strategic transactions.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with a bias for execution, comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

Join SafeLease and play a key role in shaping the future of our insurance business. As a profitable, high-growth startup, we operate with financial discipline, turning down outside investment to maintain control of our strategic direction.