Corporate Development Director

We are currently looking for a Corporate Development Director in Ireland.

This is a high impact strategic leadership role focused on driving inorganic growth, partnerships, and investment initiatives within a deep tech and defense focused organization. You will operate at the intersection of corporate strategy, M&A, and executive decision making, shaping long term growth priorities in highly complex and regulated markets. The role involves leading end to end deal execution while also identifying new strategic opportunities across defense, autonomy, and AI ecosystems. You will work closely with senior leadership to translate ambiguous strategic questions into structured, data driven recommendations that inform capital allocation and expansion strategies. The environment is fast paced, highly technical, and mission driven, requiring strong judgment and autonomy. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives in high stakes deal making and strategic advisory at scale.

Accountabilities

• Originate, evaluate, and lead strategic partnerships that strengthen market position and accelerate technological and commercial growth
• Structure, negotiate, and execute complex agreements including joint ventures, alliances, and long term strategic collaborations
• Lead end to end M&A and investment processes, including sourcing, valuation, financial modeling, due diligence, negotiation, and integration planning
• Develop and present high quality investment and transaction materials for internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership and boards
• Build and maintain senior level relationships across industry, government, and strategic ecosystem partners to identify new growth opportunities
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on corporate development, capital allocation, and inorganic growth strategy
• Drive cross functional execution across finance, legal, product, engineering, and operations to ensure successful deal delivery and integration
• Conduct market intelligence analysis across defense, AI, and autonomy sectors to identify risks, opportunities, and competitive dynamics

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA, JD, or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred
• 12+ years of experience in corporate development, private equity, investment banking, strategy consulting, or related fields
• Proven track record of leading end to end complex transactions, including M&A, partnerships, or strategic investments
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and transaction structuring
• Experience in defense, aerospace, AI, autonomy, robotics, or advanced technology sectors strongly preferred
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, high stakes, and fast moving environments
• Strong executive communication skills with the ability to simplify complex strategic and financial concepts
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross functional initiatives
• Highly self directed with strong ownership mindset and execution focus

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus, equity, and benefits
• Equity participation in a high growth, mission driven organization
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits (details provided during hiring process)
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of defense, AI, and autonomous systems innovation
• High impact executive exposure and direct influence on corporate strategy and deal making
• Fast paced, high growth environment with significant career advancement potential
• Collaborative, mission focused culture centered on innovation and impact
• Additional benefits and compensation details shared during the recruitment process