Head of Corporate Development

NielsenIQ is in a rapid growth mode with the backing of Advent International. The NielsenIQ Strategy and Corporate Development team is embarking on a rapid growth transformation and is seeking a talented Head of Strategy and Corporate Development to lead M&A, divestitures, joint ventures, minority investments, and other inorganic growth activities for the business.   

As a direct report to the Chief Strategy Officer of NielsenIQ, the Head of Corporate Development plays a critical role in defining and executing the company’s organic and inorganic growth agenda. Because of this, this position will have exposure to all senior leaders across the organization and the entire C-Suite / executive leadership team of NielsenIQ as well as Advent International.   

Responsibilities

Mergers & Acquisitions  

• Curate and grow a pipeline of potential deals, proactively developing ideas for growth  and actively sourcing and screening targets  
• Represent NielsenIQ externally with M&A targets and related advisors / intermediaries   
• Build investment thesis for potential acquisition spaces and targets, and organize and conduct due diligence activities to validate   
• M&A and other inorganic activity in close collaboration with the C-Suite and other relevant corporate stakeholders  
• Leading the due diligence and deal execution process; including negotiations and management of cross-functional teams and outside advisors.   
• Driving the development and execution of a transformational and tech-enabled M&A agenda across multiple business lines.   
• Support in integration planning and management, on an as-needed basis  

Divestitures 

• Assess potential divestiture opportunities, as needed 
• Drive divestiture processes – from banker selection, to data prep, to support on diligence, and ultimately deal documentation 
• Joint Ventures / Minority Investments 
• Keep track of status and information for mixture of JVs and minority investments 
• Drive investment and decision making progress for any new potential partnerships 

Other  

• Drive development of corporate development team 
• Support three year planning process, particularly as it relates to building out inorganic growth opportunities for key business and regions 
• Support other strategic / partnership based initiatives as business priorities dictate 

Required Experience:

• 10-15 years of experience across either or both:
  • Mergers & Acquisitions: Investment banking and/or Corporate Development, and a proven track-record of successfully leading/building a corporate development function. The candidate will also have experience closing a variety of different kinds of transactions (JVs, investments, partnerships, etc.)   
  • Strategy Experience: Management consulting experience in a top tier consulting firm or top Corporate Strategy  in a highly demanding, fast paced environment.   
• Strategic thinker with ability to synthesize complex business issues into clear, actionable insights and communicate them concisely to senior leadership
• Industry Experience: Background in Information Services, Consumer Packaged Goods, or Retail industries
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with rigorous, methodical approach to business analysis
• Excellent project management capabilities; ability to mobilize cross-functional teams and drive execution across multiple workstreams
• Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills with ability to influence internal and external partners at all organizational levels
• Strong executive presence and communication skills; comfortable presenting to senior management and external audiences

Personal Attributes:

• Self-motivated, high-energy professional comfortable working in fast-paced, performance-driven environments and managing multiple priorities simultaneously
• Collaborative team player with high emotional intelligence, strong communication skills, and openness to feedback
• Ability to function as both individual contributor and team leader; comfortable with ambiguity and cross-functional complexity

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $237,200-$300,000. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include a flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support, and more.

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies.

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion