Director, Corporate Development

iFIT’s vision is to create the world's most holistic health and fitness platform, integrating all elements of health - physical fitness, mental health, nutrition and active recovery - into a seamless interactive experience. We develop proprietary software that learns and adjusts to the habits of each person as it delivers immersive content that guides them on their own individual fitness journey. We are scaling our Corporate Development function and are looking for a Director who can lead, not simply support, complex transactions. This is a highly visible principal-level role with real ownership. You will drive deals end-to-end, from origination through close, while serving as a strategic thought partner to the CEO and CFO on key growth initiatives. In addition to core corporate development responsibilities, the ideal candidate will have the experience and commercial acumen to evaluate and help advance strategic partnerships and business development opportunities. This role is tailor made for someone coming from private equity or investment banking who wants to move beyond transaction repetition into an operating role with meaningful strategic influence and equity upside. ROLE COMMITMENTS Lead full M&A transaction processes end-to-end — from thesis development and target identification through LOI, diligence, negotiation, and close — with limited senior oversight Own buy-side and sell-side process management: run working groups, manage advisors, drive timelines, and hold counterparties accountable Develop and pressure-test investment theses; present recommendations directly to the CEO, CFO, and Board with conviction Manage deal flow across multiple simultaneous opportunities — prioritizing bandwidth, escalating risks, and keeping processes on track ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Origination & Pipeline Build and own a proprietary deal pipeline — intermediary relationships, direct outreach, sector coverage, and conference presence Develop screening frameworks and opportunity scoring methodologies that systematize how we evaluate inbound and proactive targets Author concise, high-conviction opportunity memos and IC materials that move leadership to a decision Financial Modeling & Valuation Build and own fully integrated 3-statement models, LBO analyses, DCF/DDM, accretion/dilution, and scenario analyses — at the quality level expected of a senior banking VP Structure complex deal economics including earnouts, rollover equity, seller financing, and working capital mechanics Own the financial narrative: translate model outputs into board-ready conclusions, not just numbers in a deck Diligence & Execution Design and run cross-functional diligence workstreams — finance, legal, tax, HR, technology, commercial — with the depth a senior principal brings Synthesize diligence findings into risk-adjusted investment recommendations; identify deal-killers early and surface them clearly Lead negotiation of LOIs, purchase agreements, and ancillary deal documents in coordination with legal counsel Manage external advisors (bankers, lawyers, accountants, consultants) — set expectations, control costs, hold quality Post-Merger Integration Own Day-1 readiness, 100-day integration plans, and longer-term value creation roadmaps for closed transactions Track and report on synergy realization; surface integration risks proactively and drive resolution across functions Serve as the Corp Dev point of contact for acquired companies through the integration period Strategic Initiatives & Team Lead build-vs-buy-vs-partner analyses for new market entry, adjacency expansion, and capability gaps Produce sector maps, competitive landscapes, and strategic briefings that inform the long-range plan Set the analytical and output standard for the Corp Dev team; your work defines what good looks like The Honest Culture Fit You have high standards and hold others to them — including yourself first You give direct opinions backed by data and update them when the facts change; you do not anchor to a prior view out of ego You want principal accountability, not just process participation — you want credit and ownership when it goes well You are competitive about quality of work and speed of execution, not just about being seen in the building You are genuinely curious about the businesses you are evaluating — not just the deal structure EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Education and Basic Qualifications 8–10 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or top-tier management consulting with heavy M&A execution You have led deals, not just supported them — you know the difference between being in the room and running the room Track record of closed transactions: you can speak to your role, your contribution, and what you would do differently Excel modeling at VP-level speed and quality: 3-statement, LBO, DCF, accretion/dilution built from scratch without a template Exceptional written and verbal communication — your IC memos and board slides don't require rewrites Bachelor's degree from a strong academic institution; MBA strongly preferred at this level Preferred Qualifications Sector expertise in [relevant verticals] — you know the competitive landscape, the valuation benchmarks, and the names Experience managing junior professionals: you have reviewed models, coached analysts, and raised the standard of a team Relationship capital with intermediaries, bankers, or PE sponsors in relevant sectors Experience with integration — you have been involved in PMI beyond the close dinner Comfort owning a process independently: you do not need hand-holding to set a timeline and hold people to it DISCLAIMER Compensation may vary based on the job level, your geographic work location, position incentive plan, and exemption status. Although we currently may consider hiring in the states listed below, not all positions are available in all locations, and work in a particular state is not guaranteed. Current list of states where iFIT may consider hiring: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WY. Subject to applicable state laws, your employment at iFIT is "at-will". At-will employment means that you and the company each have the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time for any cause or for no cause at all. Pay Range: $170,000 — $180,000 USD iFIT does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.