Corporate Development • Lead

Who you are

You have a proven track record in corporate development, with extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions — you've successfully identified and executed transformative deals that align with business objectives. Your strategic thinking allows you to evaluate market opportunities and make informed decisions that drive growth.

You possess strong financial analysis skills — you can assess the viability of potential acquisitions and partnerships, ensuring they align with the company's long-term strategy. Your ability to communicate effectively across organizational boundaries makes you a critical bridge between senior leadership and external stakeholders.

You are an exceptional operator who understands the intricacies of corporate development — you have a deep understanding of business delivery approaches and can translate complex strategies into actionable plans. Your leadership style fosters collaboration and encourages cross-functional teamwork.

You are passionate about making a meaningful impact through your work — you understand the importance of human-centered design and modern engineering practices in delivering effective government services. You thrive in environments where you can contribute to public good through strategic initiatives.

Desirable

Experience in a consultancy or public benefit corporation is a plus — you understand the unique challenges and opportunities in this sector. Familiarity with technology modernization challenges faced by government agencies will enhance your ability to drive impactful partnerships.

What you'll do

As the Director of Corporate Development, you will lead the company's inorganic growth strategy — identifying, evaluating, and executing transformative acquisitions and strategic investments that align with Nava's mission. You will work closely with senior leadership to ensure that corporate development plans are integrated into the overall business strategy.

You will act as a liaison between various teams, facilitating communication and collaboration to ensure alignment on corporate development initiatives. Your role will involve conducting thorough market research and analysis to identify potential acquisition targets and partnership opportunities.

You will be responsible for negotiating and structuring deals that drive value for the company — your financial acumen will be crucial in assessing the financial implications of potential transactions. You will also oversee the integration of acquired entities, ensuring a smooth transition and alignment with Nava's culture and objectives.

Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration within the organization — you will mentor and guide cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of corporate development initiatives. You will also represent Nava in external engagements, building relationships with key stakeholders in the industry.

What we offer

At Nava, you will have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that have a direct impact on public services — your contributions will help shape the future of government technology. We offer a collaborative work environment where your ideas and expertise are valued.

You will be part of a mission-driven organization that prioritizes human-centered design and effective solutions for government agencies. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Join us in making government services simple and effective, and be part of a team that is dedicated to enhancing digital products and services for the public good.