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We're Celonis, the global leader in Process Mining technology and one of the world's fastest-growing SaaS firms. We believe there is a massive opportunity to unlock productivity by placing data and intelligence at the core of business processes - and for that, we need you to join us.

The Team:

Celonis’ Corporate Development team partners with leadership to identify and execute acquisitions and strategic investments to support our corporate and product strategy.

The Role:

The Corporate Development Director will lead the sourcing, evaluation, execution and integration of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and strategic investments. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the enterprise software landscape, experience leading complex transactions, and a proven track record of creating value through inorganic growth initiatives.

As our new Director of Corporate Development, you play a critical role in shaping and executing Celonis’ future growth strategy.

The work you’ll do:

+ Partner with business unit leaders on strategy development, including identifying product gaps, evaluating build/buy/partner options

+ Oversee all aspects of the M&A process, from sourcing, initial screening and due diligence to negotiation, closing, and integration.

+ Source and screen targets per our identified target M&A themes and priorities

+ Conduct deep due diligence on target, its market, management and customers in partnership with product and other cross-functional teams

+ Structure and negotiate deal terms, including valuation, financing, and legal agreements.

+ Prepare strategic deal memos and presentations to drive decision-making with executive management team and board of directors

+ Manage the transaction process efficiently and effectively, coordinating and managing internal cross-functional due diligence team as well as target stakeholders and advisors

+ Develop and implement integration plans to ensure the successful assimilation of acquired companies.

+ Oversee and steer cross-functional teams to achieve synergy targets and realize the full value of acquisitions

+ Contribute to improving the corporate development team by enhancing existing processes and recruiting and developing new team members.

The qualifications you need:

+ 8+ years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, or a related field in or with exposure to enterprise software

+ Undergraduate degree from a top-tier university in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering or similar discipline.

+ MBA, CPA or CFA is desirable.

+ Proven track record of leading and executing M&A transactions and strategic investments

+ Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to craft investment memos and presentations and present to executive management

+ Strong financial modeling and valuation skills

+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in building decision frameworks/models

+ Ability to manage complex projects and work cross-functionality under pressure, while maintaining high attention to detail.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this role.

The base salary range below is for the role in the specified location, based on a Full Time Schedule.

Total compensation package will include base salary + bonus/commission + equity + benefits (health, dental, life, 401k, and paid time off). Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and that the actual total compensation offer will be determined based on various factors, including, but not limited to, applicant's qualifications, skills, experiences, and location.

The base salary range below is for the role in New York, based on a Full Time Schedule.

$185,000—$225,000 USD

What Celonis Can Offer You:

+ **Pioneer Innovation:** Work with the leading, award-winning process mining technology, shaping the future of business.

+ **Accelerate Your Growth:** Benefit from clear career paths, internal mobility, a dedicated learning program, and mentorship opportunities.

+ **Receive Exceptional Benefits:** Including unlimited PTO, workplace flexibility, company equity (RSUs), comprehensive benefits, generous parental leave, dedicated volunteer days, and much more (https://careers.celonis.com/life-at-celonis/benefits) .

+ **Prioritize Your Well-being:** Access to resources such as gym subsidies, counseling, and well-being programs.

+ **Connect and Belong:** Find community and support through dedicated inclusion and belonging programs.

+ **Make Meaningful Impact:** Be part of a company driven by strong values (https://careers.celonis.com/life-at-celonis/values) that guide everything we do: Live for Customer Value, The Best Team Wins, We Own It, and Earth Is Our Future.

+ **Collaborate Globally:** Join a dynamic, international team of talented individuals.

+ **Empowered Environment:** Contribute your ideas in an open culture with autonomous teams

About Us:

Celonis makes processes work for people, companies and the planet. The Celonis Process Intelligence Platform uses industry-leading process mining and AI technology and augments it with business context to give customers a living digital twin of their business operation. It’s system-agnostic and without bias, and provides everyone with a common language for understanding and improving businesses. Celonis enables its customers to continuously realize significant value across the top, bottom, and green line. Celonis is headquartered in Munich, Germany, and New York City, USA, with more than 20 offices worldwide.

Get familiar with the Celonis Process Intelligence Platform by watching this video (https://academy.celonis.com/learn/video/discover-the-ems) .

Celonis Inclusion Statement:

At Celonis, we believe our people make us who we are and that “The Best Team Wins”. We know that the best teams are made up of people who bring different perspectives to the table. And when everyone feels included, able to speak up and knows their voice is heard - that's when creativity and innovation happen.

Your Privacy:

Any information you submit to Celonis as part of your application will be processed in accordance with Celonis’ Accessibility and Candidate Notices (https://www.celonis.com/careers/candidate-notices)

By submitting this application, you confirm that you agree to the storing and processing of your personal data by Celonis as described in our Privacy Notice for the Application and Hiring Process (https://www.celonis.com/careers/privacy-notice/) .

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