Director Corporate Development

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for driving growth and shaping the future of an organization? As Director, Corporate Development, you will play a critical role in defining and advancing the company's long-term growth strategy through the evaluation and execution of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, strategic partnerships, and investment opportunities. Working closely with executive leadership, you will identify emerging market opportunities, build and maintain a robust pipeline of potential targets, and develop compelling business cases that support enterprise-wide growth initiatives. This highly visible role combines strategic thinking, financial acumen, market intelligence, and relationship management to accelerate innovation, expand capabilities, and create lasting value for the organization. We strongly prefer this position to be based in Omaha, NE, and relocation assistance is available. Exceptional remote candidates will be considered; however, extensive travel, including regular trips to Omaha, will be required to support business objectives and stakeholder engagement. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: Estimated Salary: $155,000-$210,000, plus annual bonus opportunity. 401(k) plan with a 2% company contribution and 6% company match. See our benefits and perks page for details. Applicants for this position must not now, nor at any point in the future, require sponsorship for employment. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Lead the evaluation and execution of strategic growth opportunities, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, partnerships, and other initiatives that advance the organization's long-term objectives. Partner with executive leadership and business leaders across the enterprise to identify, assess, and pursue innovative business development opportunities that drive growth, expand capabilities, and create competitive advantage. Oversee all aspects of transaction execution, including target sourcing, financial modeling, valuation, due diligence, deal structuring, negotiations, and integration planning to ensure successful outcomes. Build and maintain a strong pipeline of strategic opportunities through proactive market analysis, relationship management, and collaboration with investment banks, advisors, and industry partners. Develop compelling business cases and present strategic recommendations to senior leadership, evaluating financial impact, cultural alignment, strategic fit, risks, and value creation opportunities. Lead cross-functional teams spanning Finance, Investments, Legal, HR, Enterprise Risk Management, and business operations to drive seamless transaction execution and successful post-deal integration. Foster a high-performing and collaborative team culture by mentoring talent, promoting knowledge sharing, improving processes, and ensuring accountability, engagement, and operational excellence across the function. WHAT YOU’LL BRING: 7+ years of progressive experience in Corporate Development, M&A, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Strategic Finance, or a related field, with a proven track record of leading complex acquisitions, divestitures, strategic investments, joint ventures, and partnership transactions. Demonstrated success executing the full transaction lifecycle, including opportunity identification, valuation, financial modeling, due diligence, negotiation, deal structuring, execution, and post-transaction integration. Deep financial and accounting expertise, including advanced financial modeling, valuation analysis, business case development, investment thesis, capital allocation, and assessment of strategic growth opportunities. Strong insurance industry knowledge, including U.S. Statutory (STAT) reserving, insurance capital frameworks, Risk-Based Capital (RBC) requirements, and the financial and regulatory considerations that influence strategic decisions. Highly analytical and strategic thinker with the ability to evaluate complex business opportunities, synthesize large amounts of information, identify risks and opportunities, and translate insights into actionable recommendations. Hands-on, execution-oriented professional with a roll-up-your-sleeves mentality who can independently perform detailed analytical work while simultaneously leading cross-functional teams and driving strategic initiatives to completion. Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills, with the ability to collaborate across business functions, manage stakeholders, negotiate effectively, and present compelling recommendations to executive leadership and external partners. You promote a collaborative culture, value different ideas and opinions, and listen courageously, remaining curious in all that you do. Able to work remotely with access to a high-speed internet connection and located in the United States or Puerto Rico. Relocation assistance is available. Candidates located outside of Omaha should expect travel of approximately 25-50% annually, with increased travel during active transactions, due diligence, integration, and strategic planning activities. PREFERRED: MBA, CPA, CFA, or other advanced business, finance, accounting, or investment-related designation. Ability to relocate and work in Omaha NE, or significant travel into Omaha We value unique experience, skills, and passion for innovation. If your experience aligns with the listed requirements, please apply! If you have questions about your application or the hiring process , email our Talent Acquisition area at careers@mutualofomaha.com . 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