Duck Creek Technologies · 5 days ago
Senior Vice President, Corporate Development
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$208K/yr - $336K/yr
10+ years expDuck Creek Technologies is the intelligent solutions provider defining the future of the property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance industry. The Senior Vice President, Corporate Development will drive inorganic and strategic growth opportunities, leading M&A strategy, execution, and integration, while also overseeing strategic partnerships to enhance the company's market position.
FinanceInsuranceInsurTechProperty InsuranceProperty ManagementSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive M&A strategy aligned with the company’s growth objectives
Conduct in-depth market and company research to build and maintain a prioritized list of potential M&A targets across market segments and adjacencies of interest
Cultivate relationships with key C-level executives at possible M&A targets to determine interest levels, fit, synergy potential, valuation, and actionability
Identify, evaluate, and prioritize potential acquisition targets and strategic investment opportunities
Lead deal negotiations, diligence processes, and transaction execution, ensuring alignment with company goals and stakeholder expectations
Partner with functional leaders to design and implement robust post-merger integration plans that maximize value creation
Lead all company, industry, and financial due diligence on active deals
Coordinate cross-functional teams within Duck Creek Technologies’ to support due diligence efforts across Product, Sales, Finance, HR as well as other functions
Lead the creation of presentation materials and memos to support deal recommendations and approvals
Work with and manage intermediaries as required throughout the deal process including legal financial, and technical advisers
Work cross-functionally to support post-merger integration efforts, as required
Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships and alliances to enhance the company’s market position, customer base, and product offerings working closely with Product leadership
Negotiate partnership agreements, joint ventures, and other collaborative initiatives to drive mutual growth
Collaborate with the CFO and other Executive Leadership Team members to define and refine the company’s long-term strategy, focusing on growth through both organic and inorganic channels
Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging opportunities to inform strategic decision-making and identify gaps in market presence
Drive market entry strategies, including international expansion, to accelerate growth in new geographies and adjacent products
Serve as the primary liaison with Vista Equity Partner board of directors and investment committee effectively communicating progress on growth initiatives and corporate strategy
Ensure alignment with sponsor expectations, providing regular updates on M&A activity, strategic partnerships, and other corporate development initiatives
Work closely with finance, operations, product, and sales teams to ensure seamless execution of initiatives
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability across the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Masters Degree and/or equivalent experience relevant to functional area
10+ years of experience in Corporate Development (ideally in a PE-backed company), Private Equity, Investment Banking, and/or Management Consulting
7+ years supervisory and strategic leadership experience
Proven track record of leading successful M&A transactions, including deal sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, and integration
Demonstrated interest in technology, enterprise software and experience in Insurtech or FinTech, a plus
Experience operating within a PE-backed, highly leveraged SaaS (Software as a Service) business
Demonstrated success in this role supporting complex, global organizations
Strategic mindset with a demonstrated ability to anticipate business needs, shape financial narratives, and influence decision-making at the executive level
Advanced proficiency with planning tools such as Adaptive Insights or Anaplan; strong Excel and financial modeling skills
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, with a proven ability to collaborate across departments and senior leadership
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a hands-on and visionary approach
Strong understanding of SaaS business models, key metrics, and market dynamics
Experience working in a private equity-backed environment, with familiarity in aligning with PE sponsor expectations and driving value creation
Exceptional strategic thinking, financial acumen, and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities
Significant experience with developing and executing on M&A strategy including thesis development, deal execution, and post-merger integration
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and to influence through data, insights, and storytelling
Build trust and rapport quickly at all levels of the organization including senior management
Mastery of Excel and PowerPoint
Strong desire to join a growth-oriented technology company
Creative problem-solver with ability to work independently and drive for results
Entrepreneurial mindset
Preferred
MBA preferred
Benefits
Flexible work environment
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
Paid holidays, vacation, and volunteer time
Employee assistance program and other benefits.
Company
Duck Creek Technologies
Duck Creek Technologies is a software company that provides property and casualty insurance solutions for individuals and businesses.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$357MKey Investors
Pequot Capital
2023-01-09Acquired
2020-08-13IPO
2020-06-10Private Equity· $230M
Leadership Team
Hardeep Gulati
Chief Executive Officer
Rajesh Raheja
Chief Technology Officer
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