Director, Corporate Strategy and Development

🕒 August 11

🇺🇸 United States – Remote

💵 $200k - $240k / year

⏰ Full Time

🔴 Lead

🧐 Strategy

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Paylocity

WebsiteLinkedInAll Job Openings

5001 - 10000 employees

Founded 1997

👥 HR Tech

☁️ SaaS

🤝 B2B

💰 $10M Venture Round - Paylocity on 2008-05

HR Tech • SaaS • B2B

Paylocity is a provider of cloud-based payroll and human capital management software for businesses of all sizes. Its platform includes payroll, HR, time & labor, benefits administration, talent management (recruiting, onboarding, performance, learning), employee experience tools and AI-driven features, and it serves small businesses through enterprises as well as partners such as accountants, brokers, and tech partners.

📋 Description

• Partner with the VP of Corporate Strategy & Development to align the executive team on the company’s long-term vision, growth objectives, and business strategies • Lead cross-functional execution of strategic initiatives, including product investments, M&A, and partnerships • Analyze market trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities and mitigate risks • Collaborate with senior leaders to refine the M&A evaluation framework, prioritize strategic categories, and identify targets • Develop and maintain a pipeline of M&A targets and strategic partners • Lead all phases of the M&A process, including pre-deal evaluation, go-to-market strategy, due diligence, integration planning, and post-close execution • Provide leadership in capital markets execution with accounting, finance, and treasury teams • Deliver strategic insights and recommendations directly to the CEO and executive team • Sit at a desk or workstation for extended periods, typically 7–8 hours per day • Operate computers and phone systems, type, and use multiple software programs simultaneously

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred • 10+ years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, corporate strategy, or corporate finance • Preference for experience in the software sector • At least 2 years of experience at a top-tier investment bank • Significant experience in M&A execution and corporate financing • Proven track record of leading multiple M&A transactions successfully • Strong results-driven mindset • Ability to think independently and work strategically and at a granular level • Exceptional work ethic and ability to manage multiple complex initiatives in a fast-paced environment • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Experience presenting to the C-suite and executive leadership • Strong quantitative skills • Extensive financial modeling experience • Deep understanding of financial markets • In-depth knowledge of the software industry • Strong business and technical acumen • Ability to quickly grasp complex technical and financial concepts • Ability to sit for extended periods, typically 7–8 hours a day • Ability to operate a computer and phone systems, type, and use multiple software programs simultaneously

🏖️ Benefits

• Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Life insurance • Disability insurance • 401(k) match • Perks supporting employees, families, and finances • Career development opportunities • Annual bonus • Restricted stock unit grant based on individual performance • Full range of benefits