Director, Corporate Development
$150k/y-$225k/y
13 hours ago
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Summary
Rocket Lab is seeking a Director, Corporate Development to join their team at their global headquarters in Long Beach, CA. The role involves driving the strategic direction and execution of the company through evaluating and executing key inorganic growth opportunities.
About the Role
As the Director of Corporate Development, you will manage a strategic planning process that includes market analyses, strategy formulations, and competitive dynamics. Your responsibilities will include developing strategic theses, leading post-close integration planning, and partnering with senior leaders to tackle complex strategic questions. You will also monitor industry trends and manage cross-functional deal due diligence.
About You
Required:
- 7+ years of relevant experience in Corporate Development, Corporate Strategy, Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Management Consulting.
- Aerospace, startup, or tech industry experience.
- Demonstrated track record of managing complex projects with multiple workstreams and stakeholders.
- Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to distill complex problems into clear insights.
Preferred:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree or other advanced degree.
- 3+ years of Corporate Development experience inside a company.
- Experience leading complex negotiations and deal structures.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Benefits
- Top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option.
- Dental and vision coverage.
- 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year.
- 11 paid holidays per year.
- Flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts.
- Paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance.
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks.
Rocket Lab
Rocket Lab builds, launches, and operates rockets and spacecraft for our global customers. Our Electron launch vehicle is the world’s most frequently launched orbital small rocket, our HASTE rocket is progressing America’s hypersonic capabilities on suborbital missions, and our larger Neutron rocket is currently in development. From across the United States, Canada, and New Zealand, Rocket Lab designs and manufactures individual spacecraft components to entire satellites constellations for missions to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
Long Beach, CA