At Qualtrics, we create software the world’s best brands use to deliver exceptional frontline experiences, build high-performing teams, and design products people love. But we are more than a platform—we are the creators and stewards of the Experience Management category serving over 18K clients globally. Building a category takes grit, determination, and a disdain for convention—but most of all it requires close-knit, high-functioning teams with an unwavering dedication to serving our customers.

Corporate Development Associate

Why We Have This Role

As a global leader in experience management, M&A is one of Qualtrics’ key growth vectors.  We are looking for an associate to join the tight-knit Strategy & Corporate Development team.  As a Corporate Development Associate, you will play a crucial role in shaping our inorganic strategy and driving our global corporate development efforts. 

How You’ll Find Success

• Highly motivated and have the ability to be a self-starter.
• Excellent problem solver with a data driven mindset.
• Strong understanding of key software / SaaS business metrics and KPIs.
• Excellent analytical and modeling skills and familiarity with accounting principles.
• Superb valuation and analytical capabilities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams and senior leaders.
• Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time without sacrificing work quality.
• Ability to work independently / autonomously.

How You’ll Grow

• Mentorship - You will be able to learn the ins and outs of corporate development from senior members of the team.
• Domain knowledge - In addition to learning about the XM space, you will develop a strong understanding of the enterprise software market.
• Increased responsibility - As you develop, there will be opportunities to run projects from end to end and present to senior leaders.
• End-to-end experience - You will be involved from early strategy development and formulation all the way through transaction execution.
• Exposure - You will have a front row seat to strategy setting and decision making through interactions with C-level executives and Board members. 

Things You’ll Do

• Support all aspects of the deal process, including sourcing, qualification, financial analyses and modeling, due diligence, and closing and integration planning activities.
• Assist in strategic transaction planning and vetting efforts, including gathering input from cross-functional teams and incorporating comprehensive internal and external views into thoughtful insights and business cases for potential opportunities.
• Partner with the business to identify potential acquisition candidates and articulate their contributions to Qualtrics’ strategic objectives.
• Conduct holistic analyses to support decision making, including TAM/SAM estimates, market landscapes, business case and valuation modeling.
• Establish a robust understanding of industry trends, market participants, and competitive dynamics in the experience management and enterprise software markets.
• Actively participate in enhancing group practices and processes to augment Qualtrics’ M&A competency

What We’re Looking For On Your Resume

• Undergraduate or graduate degree from a top-tier school.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience, including corporate development, investment banking, equity research, or venture capital/private equity.
• Experience analyzing a wide variety of M&A transactions and performing rigorous financial and valuation analyses.
• Demonstrated career progression with increasing responsibility over time.

What You Should Know About This Team

• We are a small, tight-knit team, and we are thoughtful in how we collaborate.
• We work closely with senior leaders across the business on a daily basis.
• The team is well regarded and the business values our partnership and expertise. 
• We invest in and mentor team members professionally.
• This role will be based out of one of Qualtrics’ HQs (Provo, UT and Seattle, WA).

Our Team’s Favorite Perks and Benefits 

• Wellness Reimbursement for $300 per quarter for wellness activities including gym memberships, spa massages, workout equipment, meditation apps, and much more.
• $1800 Experience bonus to be used for an “Experience” of your choosing
• Amazing QGroup Communities; MOSAIQ, Green Team, Qualtrics Pride, Q&Able, Qualtrics Salute, and Women’s Leadership Development, which exist as places for support, allyship, and advocacy.