💼 About This Role

You'll lead M&A and strategic partnerships driving inorganic growth in a deep-tech defense organization. You'll advise executive leadership on capital allocation and expansion strategies in complex, regulated markets. This role offers high-stakes deal-making and direct influence on corporate strategy.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Originate, evaluate, and lead strategic partnerships
• Structure, negotiate, and execute complex agreements
• Lead end-to-end M&A and investment processes
• Conduct market intelligence analysis across sectors

📋 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA/JD strongly preferred
• 12+ years in corporate development, PE, IB, or strategy consulting
• Proven track record leading end-to-end complex transactions
• Experience in defense, aerospace, AI, or autonomy sectors

✨ Nice to Have

• Experience with government or defense contracting
• Network in European defense ecosystem
• Fluency in French

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 💰 Competitive compensation including salary, bonus, equity
• 📈 Equity participation in high-growth organization
• 🏥 Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• 🚀 High-impact executive exposure and strategic influence

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

1. 1Recruiter Screen· 30 min
2. 2Hiring Manager Interview· 45 min
3. 3Case Study / Deal Simulation· 60 min
4. 4Executive Panel Interview· 60 min

🚩 Heads Up

• Role combines M&A, partnerships, and strategy advisory (potentially broad scope)
• No salary range mentioned
• Location France but remote? Needs clarity