VP, Corporate Development

Introduction:

Are you searching for an opportunity to play a key role in driving the dramatic growth of a highly successful software company?

At Poppulo, we’re working on what’s next in communications and workplace technology. As a pioneer in this industry, we understand that meaningfully reaching every employee is hard. And so is managing office space in a hybrid world. And so is improving the customer and guest experience. We exist to make each of these things easier. We exist to bring harmony to our customers.

And we do that at enterprise scale. Our omnichannel employee communications, customer communications, and workplace experience platform is trusted by over 6,000 organizations today, reaching more than 35M employees and delivering content to 500,000+ digital signs.

We know there’s no such thing as a “perfect" candidate - we’re all a work in progress and are growing new skills and capabilities all the time. We encourage you to apply for a position with Poppulo even if you don’t meet 100% of the requirements. We believe in fostering an environment where there is a diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive.

The Opportunity

The Vice President – Corporate Development is responsible for defining strategy and driving execution on merger and acquisition (M&A) at Poppulo.

As the Vice President of Corporate Development, you will play a pivotal role in driving strategic growth initiatives and expanding our market presence in the enterprise technology sector. You will report directly to the CFO and work closely with senior leadership to develop and execute our corporate development strategy.

Join us in shaping the future of employee and customer experiences and making a meaningful impact on the way businesses communicate and engage with their audiences worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Execute Corporate Development Strategy: Lead the development and execution of our corporate development strategy in alignment with the company's overall goals and objectives.
• Identify Strategic Opportunities: Identify and evaluate potential strategic opportunities, including mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and alliances that enhance our product offerings, market reach, and competitive positioning.
• Due Diligence and Valuation: Conduct thorough due diligence on potential opportunities, assessing strategic fit, financial viability, and integration requirements. Develop detailed financial models and valuation analyses to support decision-making.
• Negotiation and Execution: Lead negotiations and structuring of deals, including terms, conditions, and contractual agreements. Collaborate with legal, finance, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of transactions.
• Integration Planning: Develop integration plans and coordinate with PMO function to execute post-acquisition integration to achieve synergy targets and operational efficiencies.
• Market Analysis: Continuously monitor industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscape to identify opportunities and risks. Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership based on market analysis.
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including potential partners, investors, industry influencers, and internal teams to foster collaboration and support business development efforts.

Candidate Expertise Required

• Exceptional strategic planning and execution skills, with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans and measurable results.
• Strong leadership capabilities and ability to demonstrate the Poppulo company values.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire stakeholders at all levels.
• Global mindset with experience working across diverse cultures and geographies.
• Solid financial modeling skills and proficiency in conducting financial analysis, including valuation techniques and deal structuring.
• Strategic thinker with a demonstrated ability to identify and evaluate strategic opportunities that align with business objectives.

Why Us?

• An excellent workplace culture
• Competitive salary
• Company performance-related bonus
• Medical insurance
• Flexible working hours
• Educational assistance
• In-house soft skills training

Who We Are

We are a values-driven organization that encourages our employees to bring their authentic selves to work every day and empowers everyone to make a tangible impact on our products, clients, and culture. We offer a dynamic environment with driven, fun, and flexible individuals who thrive on challenge and responsibility. This is an opportunity to contribute to our culture and join a company that’s on the move.

We live the Poppulo values each day, as they are key to everything we do.

• Bring Your Best Self
• We show up authentically, are self-aware and always strive to be better.
• See it. Own it. Solve it.
• We proactively innovate and solve for our customers and each other. We set an example with high standards for our work. We foster a culture of learning, acknowledging our successes and our failures.
• Together We’re Better
• We value and celebrate our diversity. We learn from others, respecting their expertise, and focus on building trust. That's what makes us a team.

Named a Great Place to Work in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021, we are a fast-growing global technology company, with offices in Ireland, the US, and the UK.

Poppulo is an equal opportunity employer.

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