UNCOMN · 20 hours ago
Director of Strategy
Illinois, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$137K/yr - $165K/yr
7+ years expUNCOMN is a company dedicated to delivering secure solutions that power essential operations in both public and private sectors. They are seeking a Director of Strategy to coordinate and lead enterprise activities, focusing on strategic planning and M&A execution to support the company's long-term goals.
Management Consulting
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Chief Strategy Officer to facilitate execution of the Strategic Plan
Support Strategic Plan updates, as needed, but no less than once per year
Sustain a pipeline of acquisition targets that achieves Strategic Plan targets
Evaluate acquisition targets for strategic fit, culture, legal compliance, and regulatory implications
Support due diligence workstreams to evaluate corporate structures, contract compliance, employment law compliance, finance/accounting/tax concerns, regulatory compliance, and applicable standards or certifications (e.g., CMMC)
Work closely with external and internal counsel to structure deals in alignment with U.S. Government contracting rules (e.g., FAR, DFARS, etc.)
Evaluate target companies’ strategic value and legal exposure related to past performances, protests, conflicts of interest, small business set-asides, subcontractor obligations, and any other form of restricted revenue engagement
Review term sheets, letters of intent, NDAs, and integration clauses within definitive agreements
Anticipate and mitigate legal risks during integration planning, including, but not limited to, liabilities tied to legacy contracts, compliance audits, and employee classifications
Lead change management through the entire integration lifecycle and help internal business partners drive successful results within this process
Partner with legal and contracts teams to manage novation of government contracts and subcontracts
Support implementation of compliance frameworks post-close (e.g., ethics training, cybersecurity certifications, supplier vetting)
Ensure any post-close restructuring or rebranding efforts comply with contractual and regulatory constraints (e.g., SAM.gov updates, UEID transitions, etc.)
Present strategic recommendations that integrate sound business thinking and interfunctional awareness to the Board, C-Suite, and Executive Leadership Teams
Champion a strategically thoughtful, tactically informed, risk-mitigated, economic, and legally sound approach to strategy execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
7+ years of directly related experience in strategy and corporate development
Experience should also include managerial and advisory roles with significant expertise in M&A planning, due diligence, and integration
Must be comfortable with travel and working onsite in the St. Louis Metro East/Scott AFB, IL area about once per month, depending on business needs
Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance, granted by the US Government, which requires US citizenship
Preferred
JD and/or MBA is strongly preferred
Industry experience in investment banking, private equity, management consulting, defense, logistics, and/or government professional services is highly desirable
Benefits
Instant Flexible PTO: Enjoy flexible paid time off starting your very first day with us!
Generous Holidays: Benefit from 7 paid holidays and up to 3 floating holidays annually.
Immediate Health Coverage: Get access to comprehensive health benefits from day one.
401K Safe Harbor Match: Secure your future with our top-tier 401K matching program.
Performance Bonus: Stand out and you could earn an annual performance bonus.
Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with our training and education assistance programs.
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access complimentary support services for you and your family.
Company
UNCOMN
With headquarters in the greater St. Louis region, UNCOMN provides Industry-Leading B2B Management and Technology Consulting Services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jason Carter
Founder / Chief Executive Officer
Thomas Pickett
Chief Financial Officer
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