Main Line Search ยท 3 days ago
Director of Corporate Development
DC-Baltimore Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expMain Line Search is a fast-growing Registered Investment Advisor with approximately $3 billion in AUM, seeking a Director of Corporate Development to lead acquisition strategy and execution. This role involves overseeing the entire deal lifecycle and working closely with the CEO and executive leadership team to drive long-term growth.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Source and evaluate potential acquisition targets (RIA and wealth management firms)
Lead valuation, financial modeling, and investment committee materials
Manage due diligence processes across financial, operational, legal, and cultural dimensions
Negotiate transaction structures, purchase agreements, and key deal terms
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (legal, compliance, finance, advisors)
Oversee post-close integration planning and execution to ensure retention and value creation
Track and report on acquisition performance and synergy realization
Qualification
Required
7-12+ years of experience in corporate development, M&A, investment banking, private equity, or RIA acquisitions
Strong understanding of RIA economics, advisor succession, and valuation frameworks
Proven experience executing multiple transactions annually
Exceptional financial modeling, analytical, and negotiation skills
Comfortable operating in a lean, entrepreneurial environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
High integrity, sound judgment, and a collaborative mindset
Company
Main Line Search
Main Line Search specializes in finance, accounting, human resources, and operations recruiting, connecting top-notch candidates with forward-thinking companies to foster mutual growth.
0-1 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase