Prudential Financial · 4 hours ago
Corporate Development Vice President
Newark, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$200K/yr - $270K/yr
8+ years expPrudential Financial, a global leader in insurance, retirement and asset management, is seeking a high-caliber and experienced Vice President of Corporate Development to join our dynamic team in Newark, NJ. This critical leadership role is responsible for driving inorganic growth strategies, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and reinsurance transactions, which are key to shaping the future of the organization.
Asset ManagementFinanceFinancial ExchangesFinancial ServicesHealth CareInsuranceRetirement
Responsibilities
Leading Transaction Execution: Manage all aspects of the M&A process from sourcing and evaluation through due diligence, valuation, negotiation, and integration planning
Strategic Analysis: Conduct detailed financial modeling, cash flow and return analyses, and risk assessments for potential acquisitions and divestitures, presenting findings and recommendations to business and functional leaders, as well as to Prudential’s Global Leadership Team
Market Insight: Identify industry trends and monitor the competitive landscape within the financial services sector, specifically insurance, retirement and asset management, to uncover strategic growth opportunities
Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across finance, legal, risk, and business units, as well as external partners including investment banks and consultants
Talent Development: Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members (Associates and Analysts), fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring best-in-class M&A processes
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 8-10 years of transaction-focused work experience in investment banking, private equity, or an internal corporate development role, preferably within the insurance, retirement, asset management, or financial services industries
A bachelor's degree, preferably in Finance, Business, or Economics, is required
Deep expertise in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and accounting principles
Proven leadership skills with experience managing complex projects and cross-functional teams
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to synthesize complex ideas and analysis for senior leadership
Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and sound business judgment
Experience with the various legal, regulatory, tax and other issues common to transactions
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Preferred
An MBA, CFA, or actuarial credential (ASA, FSA) is strongly preferred
Benefits
Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.
401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
Company-funded pension plan.
Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service.
Company
Prudential Financial
Prudential Financial specializes in the fields of investment management, life insurance, and retirement benefits. It is a sub-organization of Prudential Financial.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.25BKey Investors
AM Best
2025-03-13Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2024-02-14Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2001-12-13IPO
Leadership Team
Andrew Sullivan
Chief Executive Officer
Yanela Frias
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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