SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 96,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

As a member of the Corporate Development team, the Senior Director, Corporate Development and Mergers & Acquisitions leads regional and business initiatives for the development and overall external growth strategy of SGS in North America (US and Canada). They will work closely with business and regional teams to identify potential targets and execute transactions.  In addition, they will take ownership of acquisition projects and processes, including preparing the investment case (strategic rationale and valuation), conducting due diligence (in cooperation with external advisers and internal experts) and reviewing legal documentation.

• Leads regional and business initiatives in developing and identifying suitable acquisition targets.
• Identifies possible acquisition targets based on the specific business unit’s strategy.
• Performs valuation analysis and generates financial and valuation models.
• Makes initial contact with a target to introduce the idea of a possible acquisition.
• Works with the target company and specific business unit on the financial analysis, modeling and valuation. Reviews financial statements, produces financial and strategic assessments of acquisition.
• Leads preparation of the initial presentation of acquisition proposal for the specific business unit to SGS CEO/CFO, then for the OC/Board presentation. Produces presentations, spreadsheets, information memoranda, term sheets, etc.
• Negotiates the Letter of Intent with the target company.
• Negotiates with outside accountants for due diligence service, scope and fees, and oversees actual due diligence process.
• Assists in-house and outside legal counsel with the negotiation of closing documentation, and the actual closing transaction.
• Monitors and coordinates the integration process with local management, business management and supporting functions.
• Works with Group Control to prepare post-transaction analysis, including purchase price allocation.
• Occasionally (up to 10% of time) provides remote (no travel required) support to Corporate Development and M&A function in South & Central American region.
• Maintains transaction information in the company’s databases.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics or similar discipline
• Minimum 10 years of broad project management, strategy projects, M&A execution, in large corporate, investment bank or private equity
• Experience with successful M&A transactions throughout the entire M&A lifecycle, including landscape analysis, pipeline development, strategic due diligence, transaction management and post-merger integration, financial transactions, corporate and business strategy
• Experience in deal making

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Strong knowledge of financial modelling and valuation skills
• Strong planning, organizational, analytical, negotiation and influencing skills
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and executive presentation)
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws/regulations related to M&A
• Ability to think strategically and translate concepts into actionable items
• Ability to generate results through influence in a matrix environment with multiple stakeholders
• Ability to partner with and influence all management levels
• Ability to motivate without a direct line of authority
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in ambiguous situations
• Strong ability to balance multiple priorities and produce results
• Self-starter attitude
• Strong leadership abilities
• Strong attention to detail, sense of urgency and high initiative
• Ability to maintain and keep confidential highly sensitive information
• Excellent work ethic and commitment to long-term development
• Ability to comprehend and interpret regulatory requirements
• MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) – advanced user proficiency
• Language Skills: English – Advanced level of knowledge
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced level

Travel

• Occasional travel required (5%-33%)

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $170,000 – $200,000 annually.  This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
• Wealth: In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off and family leave

In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, we provide clear and equitable compensation information for all applicants.

Position anticipated to close June 1, 2026.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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