Corporate Development Analyst

• Holistically screen potential acquisition opportunities for compatibility with the company’s inorganic growth strategy

• Develop and maintain detailed financial and operational models, as well as other analyses on prospective acquisition targets

• Contribute to due diligence of target companies by reviewing materials, augmenting and maintaining question lists, building agendas for calls, etc.

• Draft written reports and presentations on Corporate Development team activity for audiences including the executive team, investors, investment bankers, and Board of Directors

• Proactively maintain the Corporate Development pipeline by tracking activities, calls, and KPIs on potential targets.

• Build dashboards and AI agents to analyze, track, and report on relevant market developments including competitive behavior, fundraising, and investment activity

• Improve existing systems and processes by leveraging AI automation tools

• Protect confidential business information and partner data, ensuring secure sharing practices and compliance with data protection agreements and ISO 27001 controls.

• Bachelor's degree; finance, accounting, economics, or a technical field – a plus

• 2+ years of relevant transaction, investment, M&A or finance-related experience, including exposure to evaluating technology businesses. Backgrounds may include investment banking, private equity, venture capital, venture debt, corporate development, transaction advisory, strategic finance / FP&A or consulting with significant M&A or diligence exposure.

• Strong attention to detail

• Expertise in Microsoft Excel and advanced financial modeling

• Hands-on experience building AI Agents and AI-driven workflows

• Self-motivated with a proactive, “can-do” approach, intellectually curious, and comfortable operating without constant direct supervision

• Execution – We deliver results with focus, ownership, and consistency. Our teams take initiative, solve challenges proactively, and continuously optimize how we work to create meaningful impact for our customers.

• Transparency – We communicate openly and clearly, ensuring stakeholders have the information they need to make informed decisions. We foster a culture of trust, welcome feedback, and embrace accountability in everything we do.

• Integrity – We uphold the highest standards of honesty and responsibility. Our teams act ethically, consistently honor commitments, and build trust through principled, reliable actions.

• Annual Base Salary Range: $100,000 – $130,000

• Base pay depends on many factors, such as location, education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Kiteworks competitive Total Rewards package that includes benefits, perks, equity, and bonuses. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

• 3 Cigna plans (PPO, EPO, HDHP)

• 90% covered (PPO/EPO) + $0 premium HDHP

• $1,200–$2,400 HSA contribution

• FSA + Dependent Care FSA

• 401(k) with 100% match (up to $5K), immediate vesting

• 16 weeks (birthing) / 8 weeks (non-birthing)

• $10K lifetime reimbursement fertility benefit

• Unlimited PTO + 10 holidays

• 10 work-from-anywhere days