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VAST Data is seeking a Director of Corporate Development & Special Projects to build and lead a new Corporate Development function from the ground up. This is a strategic role reporting to the executive team, responsible for driving VAST's growth through investments, M&A, and special projects.
Key responsibilities include:
- Building and scaling the Corporate Development function, establishing processes for deal sourcing and execution
- Proactively sourcing, evaluating, and executing strategic investments and M&A opportunities aligned with VAST's long-term vision
- Conducting deep market research and competitive analysis to inform corporate strategy
- Managing end-to-end deal processes including diligence, financial modeling, negotiation, and integration planning
- Maintaining and expanding relationships with the broader tech ecosystem (VCs, investment bankers, potential targets)
- Leading cross-functional special projects based on strategic priorities
- Conducting financial benchmarking on key metrics and performance vs. peers and industry
- Supporting Investor Relations activities including narrative crafting, materials development, and investor communications
- Developing close working relationships across the company
Required qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (MBA preferred but not required)
- 8+ years of experience in Corporate Development, Investment Banking, or VC/PE with significant focus on tech M&A and strategic growth
- Exceptional financial modeling skills and experience with complex businesses in high-growth, dynamic markets
- Proficiency with Excel, Google Workspace, and AI tools; Tableau, Salesforce, and NetSuite familiarity a plus
- Outstanding communication skills with experience presenting to executives, investors, and sophisticated business audiences
- Strong storytelling with data capabilities
- Highly driven with strong ownership mentality and intellectual curiosity
- Pragmatic and willing to roll up sleeves on execution
