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Fortitude Re · 3 days ago

VP, Corporate Development

Jersey City, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$210K/yr - $285K/yr

7+ years exp

Fortitude Re is a leading provider of legacy reinsurance solutions, working with top insurance companies to execute transformational solutions. The Vice President, Corporate Development will lead the execution of reinsurance and M&A transactions, collaborating with leadership to drive the company's growth strategy.

Financial ServicesInsurance

Responsibilities

Identify industry trends, assess competitive landscapes, and generate ideas for strategic growth opportunities

Build and maintain a strong pipeline of potential acquisition targets and strategic partnerships

Work with senior leadership on growth priorities and execution of strategic initiatives

Source and evaluate potential acquisition targets, reinsurance opportunities and partnerships

Management of all aspects of the reinsurance / M&A process. Lead end-to-end deal processes including sourcing, diligence, valuation, financial modeling, negotiation, and integration planning

Coordinate cross-functional teams (finance, legal, people & culture, operations, etc.) during due diligence and post-merger integration

Manage relationships with investment banks, consultants, and external advisors

Preparation of transaction approval documents and communication with key stakeholders

Analyze financial statements, business models, and market dynamics to assess target viability

Develop and present detailed business cases, investment memos, and board presentations

Work with Finance teams to ensure transaction alignment with financial goals

Collaborate with executive leadership to evaluate strategic priorities and recommend actionable opportunities

Represent the Corporate Development function internally and externally, serving as a key liaison in discussions with potential partners and investors

Mentor a high-performing corporate development team

Qualification

M&A transactionsFinancial modelingStrategic planningInsurance knowledgeMarket analysisLeadership skillsProject managementCommunication skillsMBACFAASAFSAActuarial experienceProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsGrowth mindset

Required

7+ years of relevant experience in insurance / reinsurance, investment banking, management consulting, or similar transactional roles

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field

MBA, CFA, or ASA, FSA required

Actuarial experience with M&A experience a plus

Significant knowledge of life insurance, annuities, and retirement products

Strong leadership skills with a focus on motivating and developing indirect reports and cross-functional teams

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization

Growth mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation

Proven project management capabilities, with a history of successfully managing multiple priorities and delivering results in a dynamic environment

“Roll-up your sleeves” mentality

Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills