Guidewire Software · 3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Corporate Development
San Mateo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$156K/yr - $234K/yr
4+ years expGuidewire Software is seeking a Senior Manager to join their Corporate Development and New Ventures team. The role involves sourcing new opportunities, executing M&A strategy, and driving post-merger integration success while collaborating with various departments and executive-level team members.
Enterprise SoftwareInsurTechSoftware
Responsibilities
Assist with deal execution and M&A strategy in a hands-on manner - develop our M&A strategy and playbook, lead diligence & negotiation of transactions as well as post-merger integration activities
Develop a deep understanding of companies and trends in the Insurtech space through research and analysis, synthesize findings and recommendations, and share regular updates with the leadership team
Develop and maintain a network of industry contacts, VCs, and investment bankers to identify industry trends and proactively build pipeline
Lead a cross-functional team involving Product, GTM, Finance, Legal, People, IT, and outside counsel during live deals to ensure timely closing
Lead advanced financial modeling and valuation for software transactions
Partner with VP/Director on strategy and negotiation prep
Drive day-to-day due diligence activities
Define integration plans and assist with post-close execution
Qualification
Required
Strong end-to-end M&A execution experience and getting deals done
Exceptional modeling, valuation, and communication skills
Comfortable networking externally and preparing Board-level materials
Prior experience leading all aspects of an acquisition, multiple deals a plus
Strong skills in strategic and quantitative analysis, project management, coupled with strong communication and presentation skills
Deeply curious, master researcher, passionate about technology and SaaS
Proven ability and willingness to learn and understand emerging trends in the Insurtech landscape
Use AI/data tools to improve process efficiency
Preferred
4–6 years in investment banking with corporate development experience in scaled software/SaaS strongly preferred
Bachelor's required; MBA preferred
Property & Casualty insurance understanding will be prioritized
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Company sponsored retirement plan
Annual company bonus plan
Commissions
Long term incentive awards
Company
Guidewire Software
Guidewire Software provides core back-end systems software to the global property, casual and worker's compensation insurance industry.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$624.75M2024-10-15Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2012-01-25IPO
2008-03-28Series C· $0.75M
Leadership Team
Mike Rosenbaum
CEO
Shaji Sethu
Senior Vice President and General Manager APAC
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