Full-Time

Corporate Development Director

Updated on 12/20/2024

Laika

Laika

201-500 employees

Compliance platform for audits and security

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$150k - $225kAnnually

+ Bonus

Senior, Expert

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid work model; preference for Greater NYC candidates.

Category
Project Management
Strategy Development
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • (~7+ years) in investment banking, corporate development, venture capital, private equity, or similar environments or in a directly relevant role.
  • Depth of knowledge and experience in Audit, IT Security or Healthcare Compliance industries.
  • Undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering or similar field. Graduate degree preferred.
  • Exceptional financial modeling
  • Interpersonally savvy and effective at navigating senior stakeholders/execs in complex organizations
  • Effective in project management and execution
  • Compelling storytelling through data, persuasion and presence
Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate development strategy aligned with the company’s growth objectives.
  • Partner with internal leadership to develop strategic alliance themes, assess potential opportunities and cultivate external relationships both for opportunities and to bring in external knowledge.
  • Conduct comprehensive, meticulous analyses to influence decision-making, including industry TAMS, competitive landscapes, customer overlaps, shared visions/missions/challenges.
  • Establish a robust understanding of customer segments, compliance and infosec industry trends, market positioning, and emerging companies.
  • Evaluate the economic and strategic costs/benefits of partnerships and work cross functionally to execute on the relationships.
  • Present findings, recommendations, and updates to the executive team and board of directors.

Laika provides a platform that simplifies audits and compliance for businesses in the information security sector. Their main product, Thororpass, allows companies to manage compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, and PCI DSS efficiently. The platform is designed to accommodate businesses at any stage of their compliance journey, whether they are just starting or looking to improve existing processes. Laika differentiates itself from competitors by offering a comprehensive solution that combines technology with expert auditors, ensuring that audits are completed quickly and without unexpected issues. The goal of Laika is to make compliance a hassle-free experience, enabling businesses to focus on their core strategies and growth.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$95.3M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

19%

2 year growth

14%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for automated compliance solutions boosts Laika's market potential.
  • Growing importance of SOC 2 compliance enhances Laika's appeal to SaaS companies.
  • Expansion into emerging markets offers Laika opportunities for international growth.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition may pressure Laika's market share and pricing strategies.
  • Rapid evolution of compliance standards could strain Laika's resources.
  • Economic downturns may lead to reduced spending on compliance services, affecting revenue.

What makes Laika unique

  • Laika offers a unified compliance-as-a-service platform, simplifying multiple security frameworks.
  • The platform integrates expert auditors, making audits faster and more predictable.
  • Laika Compliance reduces IT audit report time by 60% compared to industry standards.

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Benefits

Early equity in a fast-growing company

Unlimited PTO

Remote work from home model

Stipend for home office equipment

Quarterly wellness and home wifi stipend

Paid courses and certifications