Corporate Development Associate

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Convoy is transforming the $800 billion trucking industry. Our mission is to transport the world with endless capacity and zero waste. The industry is huge and so is the opportunity to fundamentally changing the way freight moves across America and beyond for the better.

 

We are passionate about thinking big and solving really complex problems to make the lives of truck drivers, shippers and other people in freight industry easier through our innovation and technology. There will always be a better, more efficient way to transport goods, and we won’t ever stop inventing it.

 

Founded in 2015, we’re a mission-driven, well-funded, fast-growing startup, backed by world-class investors, including CapitalG, the growth equity investment fund of Google, and leading industry disruptors, including the founders and CEOs of Amazon, Salesforce, eBay, Linkedin, Expedia, Dropbox, KKR, Starbucks, and others. We were named one of Washington State’s top places to work, a LinkedIn Top Startup and were the recipient of the GeekWire Next Tech Titan in 2018.

Corporate Development @ Convoy is a fast-paced environment where you will be challenged everyday to help drive and accelerate decision-making around key strategic initiatives. As a member of the Corporate Development team, you will be responsible for supporting Convoy’s global business development and transaction execution, evaluating a wide-range of business opportunities, including: M&A, investments, joint ventures, and other strategic options. Ideal candidates are eager to get their foot in the door at a fast-paced, rapidly growing startup and are excited about taking a high ownership role in a rapidly evolving organization.

You will have ownership of:

  • Assessing the viability of M&A, investments, new business opportunities, and joint ventures. 
  • Evaluating potential inbound M&A opportunities against existing strategic priorities, and socializing opportunities internally as appropriate.
  • Leading the development of complex operating models and financial / valuation analysis to inform acquisition and investment decisions.
  • Managing business and financial due diligence process for contemplated transactions by coordinating cross-functional.
  • Researching and analyzing competitive and industry trends to develop views and provide recommendations on strategic decisions.
  • Leading integration efforts by partnering with key business unit stakeholders in business planning and deal transition.

You will have the following skills and experience:

  • 2-4 years of experience at an investment bank, consulting firm, private equity firm, venture capital firm, or corporate development group.
  • Strong analytical skills, fluency in performing financial, valuation and broad quantitative analyses and familiarity with accounting & key operational metrics.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
  • Comfortable performing in a fast paced, dynamic environment, managing both internal and external constituencies and works effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly and succinctly articulate complex problems and solutions/recommendations.
  • Team player, proactive and action oriented, with the ability to anticipate needs.
  • Strong personal integrity, work ethic and attention to detail.

Experience in the following are preferred

  • Top tier consulting firms
  • Tech companies
  • Fortune 500 companies
  • Trucking or logistics

Convoy is an equal-opportunity employer and we are actively seeking a diverse team. If you’re a collaborative team player who wants to have an outsized impact with a small, tight-knit team, we’d love to hear from you!

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