Principal, Corporate Development, Corporate Development

Corporate Development LeaderAmazon is seeking an experienced Corporate Development Leader who will be responsible for generating, managing and executing mergers and acquisitions, minority investments, and strategic partnership activities focusing on international consumer technology sectors. This professional will be a key business partner to senior leadership and will be highly visible at the most senior levels of Amazon. The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into complex problems, works effectively with cross-functional teams and thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. The selected candidate will be part of a small, collaborative team that values authentic, strong-willed individuals who think creatively and proactively look for growth opportunities. Over time, the selected candidate will act as a primary contact in supporting the international Devices and Services business units and senior leadership by conducting industry research, valuation analyses, due diligence, creation of strategic recommendations, acquisition term sheet and contract negotiations, and both internal and external relationship building. Key focus areas include:Identify appropriate opportunities that support Amazon's strategic priorities through interaction with senior business leaders, investment bankers, venture capitalists, and organic pipeline generationPartner with Amazon businesses to evaluate expansion and growth opportunitiesEvaluate the benefits of potential acquisitions and manage the process of building both internal and external consensusAct as a subject matter expert on valuation and deal structuringLead all pre-transaction diligence effortsEvaluate synergy opportunities and risks in potential transactionsNegotiate key legal documents and bring transactions over the finish lineWork with all cross-functional groups within Amazon from signing the term sheet to proper integrationEstablish the ongoing processes, skill sets, and strategy that will enable Amazon to continue to build out our corporate development competency, in the face of extremely fast growth and a rapidly changing industryKey job responsibilities In addition, this Corporate Development Leader will be an independent thinker who can make convincing, data-based arguments. The selected candidate will be able to work across all business units, demonstrating a strong bias for action. Professional traits necessary for this position include:Exhibits excellent judgmentHas high standardsThinks strategically but stays on top of tactical executionThinks big and has convictionResults orientedHas the innate ability to inspire passion in othersAbout the team Corporate Development is a small, collaborative team who values authentic individuals that think creatively and will proactively seek out opportunities to advance the growth initiatives of Amazon's businesses through inorganic efforts, including mergers, acquisitions, investments and partnerships.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree7+ years of technology business or corporate development experience in a corporate or financial services environmentExperience creating and analyzing M&A processes for a wide variety of transactions, including public-public, public-private, and cross-border transactionsHistory of successfully completing high level, end-to-end negotiationsVery strong analytical and communication skillsPreferred QualificationsMBA and/or international experience are a plusStrong first chair experience leading the full M&A process life-cycleHistory of successfully leading and completing high-level negotiationsAbility to build and maintain a network of senior level relationships to facilitate deal flowExperience aligning and driving cross-functional groupsPassionate about big challengesAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies.Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $174,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $288,100/year in our highest geographic market.