Manager Corporate Development

Western Veterinary Partners•Denver, CO

20h•$140,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Western Veterinary Partners (WVP) is a private equity backed company that acquires, invests in, and supports veterinary practices and animal hospitals across the United States. WVP is highly acquisitive and focused on continued growth and expansion into new regional markets and states. Post-acquisition, WVP supports its partner practices with the non-clinical side of the business by providing industry leading business support services. ?We are seeking a Corporate Development Manager who will support WVPs acquisition efforts in both analyzing new opportunities and playing a significant role in deal execution and due diligence. The candidate will join a highly collaborative and motivated team in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Qualified candidates should demonstrate strong financial analysis and valuation skills, prior experience in an M&A or transaction-related role (investment banking, private equity, consulting, capital markets, etc.), excellent communication and time management skills, ability to take the initiative on tasks, a positive and goal-oriented attitude, and a desire to work with, learn from, and help others. This role will report directly to the VP of Development and work closely with senior executives, selling owners, and various stakeholders to drive successful transactions that align with WVPs strategic decision making.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in finance, business administration, or a related field
Minimum of three years of experience in an M&A or other transaction-related role (investment banking, private equity, consulting, or other relevant industries with a strong focus on mergers and acquisitions)
Excellent critical thinking, communication and interpersonal skills
Strong understanding of financial analysis, strategic initiatives, and deal structuring
Proficient?in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to work independently, in cross-functional teams, and manage a high volume of projects.
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment
Ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner

Responsibilities

Collect all relevant financial and other preliminary diligence information from various targets to evaluate key opportunities and risks associated with a potential acquisition.
Create detailed financial models to assess new hospital acquisitions and investment opportunities (including joint ventures)
Perform pro forma valuation analyses and create various purchase price / acquisition considerations and structures for potential targets
Create investment memoranda to seek investment approval
Create proposals (indications of interest, letters of intent, etc.) to be presented to potential acquisition targets
Perform post-LOI due diligence on acquisition targets, including financial & accounting, operations and HR / benefits, and legal due diligence efforts
Develop clear and organized communication across internal company functions (Integrations, Operations, Legal, Accounting, Payroll, and HR)
Provide consistent and clear communication to external parties involved throughout the due diligence and execution process (selling veterinarians and their advisors, internal advisors and lenders, etc.)