Corp Development Director

About Blackhawk Network

Today, through BHN’s single global platform, businesses of all kinds can tap into the world’s largest network of branded payment solutions. BHN helps businesses grow revenue, increase loyalty, motivate and reward their teams, disburse funds and engage consumers. Branded payment solutions include the issuance and distribution of gift cards, egifts, corporate payouts and rewards, along with the technology to deliver these products in seamless, integrated ways. BHN’s network spans the globe with more than 400,000 consumer touchpoints. Learn more at BHN.com.

Overview

We are seeking a strategic and analytically-driven Director of Corporate Development to lead our M&A initiatives and drive inorganic growth opportunities. This senior-level role combines deep financial expertise with strategic thinking to identify, evaluate, and execute transactions that align with our corporate objectives.

The successful candidate will serve as a key business partner to senior leadership, managing complex deal processes from origination through post-merger integration. This position offers significant exposure to C-suite executives with direct impact on the company's strategic direction and growth trajectory.

Responsibilities

Strategic Analysis & Deal Origination

• Research and analyze opportunities in target market segments, developing comprehensive market assessments and maintaining a robust prospect database
• Conduct strategic "buy vs. build" analyses and evaluate performance of existing business units to inform corporate strategy
• Deliver insightful market intelligence and identify value-creation opportunities

Transaction Execution

• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models, valuations, and ad hoc analyses for potential acquisitions
• Lead end-to-end M&A transaction management, coordinating seamlessly across multiple stakeholders including legal, finance, and business teams
• Facilitate due diligence processes by coordinating with internal departments and managing information exchange with target entities

Post-Merger Integration

• Spearhead post-merger integration initiatives in partnership with cross-functional teams to ensure successful deal realization
• Monitor integration milestones and drive synergy capture to maximize transaction value

Qualifications

Technical Expertise

• Advanced financial modeling capabilities with expert-level Microsoft Excel proficiency
• 4-6 years of experience in financial analysis and modeling
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail

Experience & Background

• Corporate M&A or Investment Banking experience strongly preferred
• Prior involvement in post-merger integration projects preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business; MBA preferred

Core Competencies

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to build strategic relationships and drive organizational change
• Strong business judgment with ability to synthesize complex analyses into actionable insights and recommendations
• Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort operating in a lean, fast-paced environment
• Quick learner who thrives in dynamic environments and readily embraces new challenges
• Collaborative leadership style with confidence engaging diverse stakeholders across all organizational levels

We seek candidates who not only demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in emerging technologies but have also successfully implemented and utilized AI tools to enhance their work, improve processes, or deliver measurable results.  Our teams embrace continuous learning and the thoughtful integration of AI to create meaningful impact – for our employees and the future of work.

Benefits

Salary Range for California Residents Only: $151,360.00 to $204,350.00

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, Blackhawk Network offers benefits including 401k with employer match, medical, dental, vision, 12 paid holidays in the year 2025, 1 hour of sick pay accrual for every 30 hours worked, parental leave, life insurance, disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, and flexible time off for all full-time employees. 

EEO Statement

Blackhawk Network provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  Blackhawk Network believes that diversity leads to strength. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Blackhawk Network encourages applicants with previous criminal records to apply to all positions and, pursuant to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Acts (and other “Fair Chance” laws), Blackhawk Network will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.  For Philadelphia applicants or jobs, please see a copy of Philadelphia’s ordinance on this topic by clicking this link: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/philadelphia/latest/philadelphia_pa/0-0-0-280104.