Corporate Strategy & M&A Manager (Houston)

The Corporate Strategy & M&A Manager will play a critical role in driving the companys growth strategy through the identification, evaluation, and execution of mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. This individual will support and manage key aspects of the end-to-end M&A lifecycle, from target identification through post-acquisition integration and performance tracking. In parallel, the role will help shape broader corporate strategy initiatives through market analysis, competitive intelligence, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities :

• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of M&A and strategic partnership opportunities through market mapping and proactive outreach
• Support the VP of Corporate Development (or senior leadership) across the full M&A lifecycle, including sourcing, financial analysis, due diligence, valuation, negotiation, execution, and post-close integration
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to evaluate, prioritize, and execute on both organic and inorganic growth initiatives
• Conduct in-depth market, industry, and competitive analysis to inform corporate strategy and business planning
• Develop strategic insights related to industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive movements
• Support long-range strategic planning and special strategic initiatives as required
• Support and help oversee post-acquisition integration activities, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and synergy realization
• Monitor financial and operational performance of acquired entities and provide regular updates to executive leadership
• Identify integration risks and improvement opportunities, escalating key issues when necessary
• Develop and nurture strong relationships with investment banks, private equity firms, advisors, and relevant industry contacts
• Support deal sourcing, market intelligence, and strategic partnership development through these networks

Qualifications & Experience