Corporate Development Director in India at Jobgether
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Job Description
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Corporate Development Director in India.
This is a high-impact strategic leadership role focused on driving inorganic growth, partnerships, and investment initiatives within a deep-tech and defense-focused organization. You will operate at the intersection of corporate strategy, M&A, and executive decision-making, shaping long-term growth priorities in highly complex and regulated markets. The role involves leading end-to-end deal execution while also identifying new strategic opportunities across defense, autonomy, and AI ecosystems. You will work closely with senior leadership to translate ambiguous strategic questions into structured, data-driven recommendations that inform capital allocation and expansion strategies. The environment is fast-paced, highly technical, and mission-driven, requiring strong judgment and autonomy. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives in high-stakes deal-making and strategic advisory at scale.
- Originate, evaluate, and lead strategic partnerships that strengthen market position and accelerate technological and commercial growth
- Structure, negotiate, and execute complex agreements including joint ventures, alliances, and long-term strategic collaborations
- Lead end-to-end M&A and investment processes, including sourcing, valuation, financial modeling, due diligence, negotiation, and integration planning
- Develop and present high-quality investment and transaction materials for internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership and boards
- Build and maintain senior-level relationships across industry, government, and strategic ecosystem partners to identify new growth opportunities
- Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on corporate development, capital allocation, and inorganic growth strategy
- Drive cross-functional execution across finance, legal, product, engineering, and operations to ensure successful deal delivery and integration
- Conduct market intelligence analysis across defense, AI, and autonomy sectors to identify risks, opportunities, and competitive dynamics
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, JD, or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred
- 12+ years of experience in corporate development, private equity, investment banking, strategy consulting, or related fields
- Proven track record of leading end-to-end complex transactions, including M&A, partnerships, or strategic investments
- Strong expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and transaction structuring
- Experience in defense, aerospace, AI, autonomy, robotics, or advanced technology sectors strongly preferred
- Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, high-stakes, and fast-moving environments
- Strong executive communication skills with the ability to simplify complex strategic and financial concepts
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives
- Highly self-directed with strong ownership mindset and execution focus
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus, equity, and benefits
- Equity participation in a high-growth, mission-driven organization
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits (details provided during hiring process)
- Opportunity to work at the forefront of defense, AI, and autonomous systems innovation
- High-impact executive exposure and direct influence on corporate strategy and deal-making
- Fast-paced, high-growth environment with significant career advancement potential
- Collaborative, mission-focused culture centered on innovation and impact
- Additional benefits and compensation details shared during the recruitment process