The Capital Allocation & Investments team is a new function within Agilent that will play a critical role in shaping capital deployment strategy, driving financial analysis, and decision-making across M&A, organic growth (e.g. new product launches), and portfolio optimization initiatives. The team partners closely with Corporate Development and serves as a key advisor to senior leadership across business groups, finance, and other functional stakeholders.
Reporting to the Director, Capital Allocation & Investments, the Manager is responsible for leading financial analyses in support of high complexity projects, with a primary focus on M&A. Over time, this role will also play a key role in developing core frameworks and infrastructure to enhance capital allocation discipline.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate capital allocation opportunities across full spectrum of M&A, organic growth projects (e.g. new product launches), and portfolio optimization
Lead business case development, collaborating closely with business leadership / key stakeholders to drive alignment and executive support
Perform M&A due diligence, partnering closely with Corporate Development and external advisors (e.g. investment bankers, consultants)
Conduct portfolio analysis to inform prioritization, capital allocation trade-offs, and long-term strategic planning
Mentor and support development of junior staff
Bachelor’s or master’s degree, MBA a plus
8+ years of professional experience in either investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or valuation / transaction services
Strong understanding of advanced corporate finance concepts (valuation, investment returns, EPS accretion / dilution) with ability to lead workstreams independently
Experience working on M&A deal teams or in a similar capacity
Exceptional attention to detail with ability to communicate key business insights to leadership
Strategic mindset with ability to identify and evaluate growth opportunities
High level of self-drive, proactivity, and ownership mentality
Broad exposure to life science tools and/or software industries a plus
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least July 6, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $127,680.00 - $239,400.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.Travel Required: OccasionalShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: FinanceSkills Required
- Bachelor's or master's degree
- MBA
- 8+ years experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or valuation/transaction services
- Strong understanding of advanced corporate finance concepts (valuation, investment returns, EPS accretion/dilution)
- Experience working on M&A deal teams or similar capacity
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to communicate key business insights to leadership
- Strategic mindset with ability to identify and evaluate growth opportunities
- High level of self-drive, proactivity, and ownership mentality
- Broad exposure to life science tools and/or software industries
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off, company holidays, a personal holiday, and paid volunteer time create a broad leave offering. Time off can accrue into multiple weeks in the first year, supporting flexibility.
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