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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 leadership role responsible for driving VAST's growth through investments, M&A, and special projects that expand the platform and market leadership.
Key responsibilities include establishing and scaling the corporate development function with processes for deal sourcing and execution; proactively sourcing, evaluating, and executing strategic investments and M&A opportunities aligned with VAST's 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 relationships with VCs, investment bankers, and potential targets; leading cross-functional special projects defined by strategic priorities; conducting financial benchmarking against peers and industry; supporting investor relations activities including narrative crafting and communications; and developing close working relationships across the company.
The ideal candidate brings a builder's mindset, exceptional business judgment, and proven track record in strategic deal execution within high-growth tech. You will be a key partner to the executive team, combining analytical rigor with pragmatic execution. The role requires strong storytelling with data, comfort with complex financial modeling, and the ability to navigate highly dynamic markets. You'll work with sophisticated audiences including executives, investors, and business partners.
VAST Data is revolutionizing AI data infrastructure by enabling organizations to unlock intelligence through innovative, simple, and transparent solutions. The company is on a mission to build the only data platform that matches the ambition of AI-era companies.
