Associate, Corporate Development

PlayStation Global•San Mateo, CA

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more. PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team. The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation. We are seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Associate, Corporate Development. Sony Interactive Entertainment's (SIE's) Corporate Development Team works closely with SIE's management team and is responsible for identifying inorganic growth opportunities through acquisitions, investments or joint ventures. The team sources, evaluates and delivers transactions that are aligned with SIE’s strategic priorities and drive significant long-term value for the company. Foundational work of the team involves developing market insights through strong internal and external relationships to identify attractive M&A and investment opportunities. Opportunities are assessed based on rigorous investment criteria and evaluation by internal partners. Members will develop and drive internal alignment on strategic fit and the post-deal plan. The team works collaboratively across all functions and services at SIE, contributing to SIE’s past M&A efforts across both the Studios and Platform businesses. This is an exciting and challenging role with significant executive exposure. The Associate is expected to bring financial analysis and deal experience, as well as strategic problem-solving skills. The position offers unique opportunities at the convergence of the global media and technology industries, and a chance to influence the evolution of this fast-moving sector.

Requirements

5+ years of M&A experience (investment banking, private equity, or corporate development)
Experience evaluating inorganic growth opportunities, including identifying key strategic themes and building financial models and presentations
Strategic, quantitative, and financial modelling skills, including the ability to structure the rationale for M&A recommendations with data and valuation analyses
Expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and PowerPoint
Data savvy with the ability to identify key value drivers and communicate insightful, actionable recommendations
Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication, and executive presence
Ability to multi-task, manage multiple projects at one time, and rapidly change priorities based on business needs
Strong team-player
Ability to work with multiple cultures and to tailor work style and messaging to function effectively across globally distributed management teams
BA or equivalent experience required

Nice To Haves

MBA a plus
Experience working for a major video gaming or entertainment company a plus

Responsibilities

Work with business units, strategy teams, and other internal partners to identify, evaluate, and complete strategic transactions for SIE
Provide market insights to support strategy and M&A activities
Construct detailed valuation models for potential transactions
Prepare presentations which outline the strategic rationale for transactions
Participate in cross functional due diligence processes and provide project management from due diligence through signing/closing and into integration
Present to senior management for project approval
Collaborate closely with the post-merger integration and operations team to ensure successful transaction outcomes
Build and maintain relationships with collaborators across SIE and across the other Sony businesses to facilitate discovery of opportunities and alignment on projects
Support other adjacent areas within the team, including but not limited to investor relations & capital markets and strategy related projects