Corporate Development Leader - M&A, Partnerships, Business Development, Venture Capital

Corporate Development Leader - M&A, Partnerships, Business Development, Venture Capital. Working under the purview of the VP of M&A, this individual will work closely with the broader Honeywell Aerospace M&A team and be responsible for leading/supporting all aspects of acquisition sourcing, partnerships and Ventures transactions for the promotion of Honeywell’s growth objectives.

They will be required to work extensively with cross-functional teams in the execution of their duties. They will provide transaction guidance and process leadership to business segment teams and have relevant contact with SBG leadership. Specific responsibilities include:

Key Responsibilities

• Support Development of Robust transaction (acquisition, partnerships, ventures) Pipeline:
  - Team with Business Unit Leadership teams to understand and develop strategic direction and acquisition/alliance priorities.
  - Develop and deploy robust pipeline process, leveraging strategic business unit priorities. Work with SBU teams to plan ongoing outreach program to develop relationships with targets.
  - Working cross functionally, drive further definition of strategic direction and ownership/sponsorship.
  - Proactively team with SBG BD teams to define M&A, Ventures and partnership strategy.
  - Identify and screen potential acquisition/partnering/ventures targets.
  - Work with SBG/SBU deal sponsors to evaluate opportunities.
  
   
• Design and Conduct Thorough and Effective Transaction Due Diligence:
  - Support development of strong business case for each transaction, including quantitative support for annual operating plan and investment activities.
  - Lead/support financial due diligence, including current and projected performance expectations.
  - Develop and present complex business plans in effective and accessible fashion to SBG leaders and senior Corporate leadership
• Financial and analytical skills, including valuation methodologies; accounting background a plus.
  - Strong skills in screening and analyzing potential opportunities, cultivation and conducting due diligence.
  - Strong communication skills (verbal and written), negotiation skills and a collaborative/team approach to execution.
  - Strategic insight into “corporate fit” of proposed transactions – ability to see the bigger picture in order to gauge future acquisition runway and expansion paths.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, work within a cross functional team environment and communicate effectively with multiple constituents.
  - Good strategic judgment
  - Strong independent work ethic and self-starter
  - Add value to high-level management interactions, with a proven ability to develop, communicate and create buy-in around business strategies.
• Network within the industry / bankers and be aware of major Aero trends to inform strategic discussions / directions 
• Ability to travel 30-40

Additional functional experience requirements include:

YOU MUST HAVE

• At least 6 years in corporate development and transaction execution experience or financial management. Aerospace experience is a plus. 

WE VALUE

• Advanced Degree
• BS, BA or BBA in Engineering, Business, Marketing, Finance, Accounting. 
• Strong financial & portfolio management & analytical skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Ability to leverage analytical tools (Excel)
• Business acumen and knowledge of financial metrics
• Exec level written/verbal communication skills (strong power point)