434 Corporate Development jobs in Ireland

Job Title: Corporate Development Analyst

Sector: Infrastructure

Location: Dublin

Salary: €85,000 - €100,000 plus bonus & benefits

Our Client

Our client is a forward-thinking and innovative company providing solutions that empower growing businesses, enhance user experiences, and anticipate future needs.

Why should you apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Corporate Development professional to gain exposure at the intersection of real estate and technology. You will play a key role in supporting and executing M&A transactions, collaborating globally, and working closely with senior leadership. The role offers the chance to influence top-level strategic decisions while being part of a diverse, innovative team committed to redefining industries.

Who should apply?

This role will be suited to professionals with the following experience:

• Corporate Finance professional from a Big 4/Top 10 practice, CF Advisory, or in-house CF with direct M&A transaction experience
• Proven track record of seeing M&A deals through from start to finish (valuations, due diligence, execution)
• Strong financial modelling and presentation skills (Excel and PowerPoint essential)
• Excellent analytical and financial interpretation skills
• Ability to think strategically and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Role and Reporting Lines

This position sits within the Corporate Development team, working closely with senior leadership. Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and executing M&A transactions including valuations, due diligence, negotiations, and financial modelling
• Conducting market and competitor analysis to identify potential growth opportunities
• Preparing investment proposals and board-level presentations
• Managing relationships with advisors, investors, and external stakeholders
• Providing financial and commercial insights to support strategic decision-making
• Driving cross-border collaboration on strategic projects
• Partnering with senior leadership on growth initiatives and strategic priorities
• Supporting the long-term strategic growth agenda of the business

Interested in this position?

To apply, please submit your CV to Aonghus Cody who is managing this assignment via the link below, or to inquire further please contact us directly on

Our client is a market leader in their sector, delivering innovative solutions across the global and European markets. With deep integration across the supply chain, a clear commitment to its strategic priorities, and an ambitious international growth agenda, the business continues to build long-term value for its customers, partners, and stakeholders.

As a result of a recent internal promotion, the business is now seeking to appoint a
Head of Corporate Development
. This is a critical leadership position at the centre of the organisation's growth engine. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development, implementation, and execution of the Group's corporate development and M&A strategy - driving inorganic growth across their divisions and contributing to the overall strategic direction of the business.

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in the long-term success of a rapidly expanding international business. The role will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, Executive Committee, and the Board, offering a high level of visibility, influence, and career progression potential.

The Role

The Head of Corporate Development will lead the group's inorganic growth strategy - identifying, appraising, executing, and integrating strategic acquisitions and partnerships. This is a commercially strategic, execution-focused role, requiring a strong track record in M&A and an ability to translate group strategy into actionable, value-accretive outcomes.

For the right candidate, this opportunity offers a significant platform for growth and progression - with a potential career path into commercial leadership roles across the group. The culture is entrepreneurial and performance-driven, with a strong track record of internal promotion and leadership development.

The role will be based in their Group headquarters in Dublin on a predominantly onsite basis, with some international travel required.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Lead the development and execution of the corporate development strategy in line with group strategic objectives.
• Proactively identify M&A and partnership opportunities across the group's markets.
• Deal Origination & Business Development: Identify, assess, and cultivate a pipeline of potential M&A targets and strategic partnerships.
• Undertake initial commercial due diligence and screening of investment opportunities.
• Transaction Execution: Build compelling investment cases, including strategic rationale and financial modelling.
• Lead all aspects of the transaction process: valuation, due diligence, stakeholder coordination, negotiation, legal documentation, and post-close activities.
• Present recommendations to the Board and Senior Executive Team.
• Post-Merger Integration: Lead the integration of acquired entities, working closely with divisional teams.
• Monitor and report on investment performance, ensuring delivery against strategic objectives.
• Drive ongoing improvement and realisation of synergies.
• Collaboration with Leadership: Work closely with the CFO, divisional leadership, and functional teams across the group to ensure alignment and effective execution.
• Actively support broader strategic initiatives, including participation in investor relations and market engagement.

The Person

To be considered for this Head of Corporate Development role, candidates must be strategic, commercially astute, and execution-oriented, with a demonstrable track record of leading complex M&A transactions and managing senior stakeholders. You will be adaptable, collaborative, and capable of operating autonomously in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

You will also bring the ambition to progress into broader commercial or global leadership roles within the organisation.

Experience

• Proven experience in corporate development, M&A, strategic finance, or investment advisory.
• Deep experience in deal origination, financial modelling, valuation, and commercial due diligence.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing internal and external stakeholders, including Boards and senior executives.
• A strategic mindset with strong problem-solving, communication, and presentation capabilities.
• A strong academic record, ideally with a finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CFA).
• Experience in the healthcare, medtech or life sciences sectors is preferred.

Benefits

• A senior leadership opportunity in a high growth, internationally expanding Irish business.
• A pivotal role influencing the strategic direction and inorganic growth agenda of the group.
• Exceptional exposure to the CFO, executive leadership and board.
• A long-term career path with real opportunity to progress into global commercial leadership roles.
• A culture of empowerment, innovation, and performance, with a strong track record of promoting from within.

To discover more about this opportunity, apply now for a confidential discussion.

Elevate Partners are currently working with a leading international group who are seeking a Director of Corporate Development & Investments to lead its deal activity in the Irish market. This is a strategic, high-impact role focused on identifying, evaluating, and executing investment and acquisition opportunities that align with the group's long-term growth objectives. The successful candidate will be a seasoned dealmaker with a strong network across the Irish corporate and advisory community, capable of originating opportunities, managing due diligence, and executing transactions.

The role:

• Source and evaluate investment and acquisition opportunities in Ireland.
• Lead financial and strategic analysis, valuations, and deal structuring.
• Build strong relationships with advisers, banks, and business owners to generate deal flow.
• Partner with group leadership on execution, negotiation, and integration.

The requirements:

• 10+ years' experience in corporate development, M&A, private equity, or investment banking.
• Strong financial acumen and transaction execution skills.
• Deep understanding of the Irish market and deal ecosystem and suitable network.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to operate with autonomy.

For more information and to arrange a confidnetial conversation please reach out to

Elevate Partners are currently working with a leading international group who are seeking a Director of Corporate Development & Investments to lead its deal activity in the Irish market. This is a strategic, high-impact role focused on identifying, evaluating, and executing investment and acquisition opportunities that align with the group’s long-term growth objectives. The successful candidate will be a seasoned dealmaker with a strong network across the Irish corporate and advisory community, capable of originating opportunities, managing due diligence, and executing transactions. 

The role:

The requirements:

Corporate Learning and Development Manager

Location:
Dublin, Cork or Galway

Grade:
Assistant Principal

Tenure:
Specified Purpose Contract – 12 months

This Corporate Learning and Development Manager role will be responsible for managing and delivering on a recognised schedule of work to address current and future capability needs at an organisational and individual staff member level.

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the role will proactively deliver on HIQA' s learning and development goals and objectives for 2026 and ready the organisation for 2027.

At an individual level, this role is about creating learning environments where employees can continuously develop to be their best while executing the learning and development strategy of the organisation.

Essential:

• Degree qualification (Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent) in HR, Learning & Development, Organisational Psychology, Organisational Development or related field deemed appropriate to the delivery of this role.

and

• A minimum of 10 years' HR experience with at least 5 years of that experience operating as a Senior L&D professional in a complex environment with direct people management responsibilities.

Benefits of working at HIQA:

• 30 days annual leave
• Pension Scheme
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Well-being Programme
• Social Club
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Academic Education Support Scheme

Full details and application form at Careers with HIQA ).

The completed application form must be submitted by
12:00 pm Thursday, 30th October 2025
. Only web applications fully completed on Careers with HIQA ) will be accepted. CVs will not be accepted. The Health Information and Quality Authority is an equal opportunities employer.

Bainisteoir Foghlama agus Forbartha Corparáide

Láthair:
Baile Átha Cliath, Corcaigh nó Gaillimh

Grád:
Príomhoifigeach Cúnta

Tionacht:
Conradh Sainchuspóireach – 12 mhí

Beidh ról an Bhainisteora Foghlama agus Forbartha Corparáide seo freagrach as bainistíocht a dhéanamh ar sceideal aitheanta oibre agus ar an sceideal sin a chur i gcrích chun aghaidh a thabhairt ar na riachtanais inniúlachta atá ann cheana agus a bheidh ann amach anseo ar leibhéal eagraíochtúil agus ar leibhéal an bhaill foirne aonair.

Ag tuairisciú don Bhainisteoir Acmhainní Daonna, tríd an ról bainfear amach spriocanna agus cuspóirí foghlama agus forbartha HIQA do 2026 agus ullmhófar an eagraíocht do 2027.

Ar leibhéal aonair, baineann an ról seo le timpeallachtaí foghlama a chruthú inar féidir le fostaithe forbairt a dhéanamh go leanúnach chun barr a gcumais a bhaint amach le linn straitéis foghlama agus forbartha na heagraíochta a chur i ngníomh.

Riachtanach:

• Cáilíocht Chéime (leibhéal 8 ar an gCreat Náisiúnta Cáilíochtaí nó a chomhionann) san Acmhainní Daonna, Foghlaim agus Forbairt, Síceolaíocht Eagraíochtúil, Forbairt Eagraíochtúil nó réimse gaolmhar a mheastar a bheith cuí chun an ról seo a chur i gcrích.

agus

• Taithí acmhainní daonna 10 mbliana ar a laghad agus 5 bliana ar a laghad den taithí sin faighte ag feidhmiú mar ghairmí foghlama agus forbartha sinsearach i dtimpeallacht chasta le freagrachtaí bainistíochta daoine díreacha.

Tairbhí de bheith ag obair ag HIQA:

• 30 lá de shaoire bhliantúil
• Scéim Pinsin
• Deiseanna Foghlama agus Forbartha
• Clár Folláine
• Club Sóisialta
• Clár Cúnaimh d'Fhostaithe
• Scéim Tacaíochta don Oideachas Acadúil

Tá na sonraí iomlána agus an fhoirm iarratais ar fáil ag Gairmréimeanna in HIQA ).

Ní mór an fhoirm iarratais chomhlánaithe a chur isteach faoi
12:00 pm Déardaoin, an 30 Deireadh Fómhair 2025
. Ní ghlacfar ach le hiarratais ghréasáin atá comhlánaithe go hiomlán ar Careers with HIQA ). Ní ghlacfar le CVanna. Is fostóir comhionannas deiseanna é an tÚdarás um Fhaisnéis agus Cáilíocht Sláinte.

Associate Director – Corporate Finance / M&A

Dublin | Hybrid | Permanent

Boutique Financial Advisory Firm

A high-performing corporate finance advisory firm is seeking an experienced
Associate Director
to join its Dublin-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to play a lead role in
M&A and funding transactions
, working closely with senior leadership and high-profile clients.

Role Overview:

As an Associate Director, you will be a key member of a lean, agile 3-person team, working directly with a
Partner and an Analyst
. You will lead transaction execution across M&A (approx. 75%) and funding deals, managing client relationships, overseeing deliverables, and ensuring successful deal outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-end project management of M&A and capital raising transactions
• Day-to-day management of deal execution and client communication
• Development and review of financial models and presentations
• Support strategic decision-making and commercial analysis
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive transaction success
• Contribute to business development and pitch preparation

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years' experience
  in financial services – ideally in corporate finance, transaction services, or private equity
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and commercial acumen
• Proven ability to
  multi-task
  and manage complex projects under tight deadlines
• Advanced proficiency in
  Excel (modelling)
  and
  PowerPoint
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a client-first mindset
• Highly motivated, with a track record of ownership and delivery

What's on Offer:

• Join a lean, collaborative team with significant exposure to senior decision-makers
• Diverse and challenging deal flow across sectors
• Performance-based annual discretionary bonus
  based on individual and firm performance
• Career progression in a growing advisory platform

If you are interested in this role please contact me directly on or

Barden has partnered with a leading PE-backed business in the technology sector on a M&A Manager position. This is a high-impact role where you'll work directly with the Head of Corporate Development to identify, evaluate, and execute acquisition opportunities.

This role offers exposure to executive leadership and board-level decisions with the opportunity to influence long-term strategy and growth in a fast-paced and collaborative environment

A
BOUT THE ROLE:

• Identify and assess acquisition targets aligned with strategy.
• Build financial models and perform valuation analysis
• Lead cross-functional due diligence and risk assessments.
• Support deal structuring, negotiations, and stakeholder alignment.
• Collaborate on post-merger integration and performance tracking.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

• 5–7 years' experience in full deal cycle M&A, corporate development or private equity.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and project management abilities.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and external advisors.

Working across all business types, but exclusively within the accounting, finance & tax community, Barden exists to share bespoke advice, guidance and support to professionals along each step of their career journey.

Purpose

This role is a key member of the Site Operational Excellence Group, reporting to the Senior Manager of Operational Excellence. The mandate of this group is to enable teams and business functions to improve operations and reduce waste by enhancing reliability and efficiency through the application of Continuous Improvement tools, techniques, and methodologies. The Operations Excellence Specialist will measure performance and identify opportunities to optimize and improve productivity. This role requires in-depth knowledge of continuous improvement tools, techniques, and methodologies, along with practical experience in applying them to improve the performance of processes, equipment, people, and systems. The Operations Excellence Specialist will engage with internal customers to support their efforts in solving complex problems and improving performance.

Responsibilities:

• Perform analysis and diagnostics to identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations to leadership.
• Coordinate idea generation, project identification, prioritization, and overall selection, ensuring that projects are integrated with business strategies.
• Support the design and delivery of Lean/Six Sigma projects as part of a cross-functional team.
• Identify and justify project financial savings.
• Support teams assigned to implementing the recommendations.
• Design and facilitate workshops and Kaizen events.
• Drive achievement for own projects and projects they are supporting.
• Develop standards (labor/machine) and resource modeling.
• Train all levels of the organization on OE principles and methodologies through our OE Training Program.
• Coach and mentor Project Sponsors, Black Belts/Green Belts candidates on the proper use of tools, improvement processes, and deployment issues.
• Encourage an OE culture by influencing and empowering employees to identify opportunities to apply techniques and tools in everyday work activities.
• Facilitate the sharing of best practices and project successes across the organization.
• Facilitate communications and change management for key programs and projects.
• Act as the process owner for a lean practice, responsible for the deployment approach.
• Perform any other tasks/projects assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering plus a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in Project Management.
• Experience in manufacturing, technology, and supply chain, with experience in Drug Product manufacturing considered an advantage.
• Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes, cGMP, industry regulations, product development, and commercialization.
• In-depth knowledge of at least one structured problem-solving approach (e.g., A3, DMAIC, 8D, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent (nice to have)

Competencies / Skills:

• Exceptional data analysis skills, including acquisition and presentation of data. Proficiency in at least one of the following: Microsoft PowerQuery, Spotfire.
• Ability to successfully operate in a matrix or team environment with site, divisional, and corporate executive leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, priorities, and tasks with minimal direction.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to drive change management and influence for improvement.
• Strong capabilities with Microsoft Office and Power Platform software – Power BI, Excel, PowerQuery, Project for the Web, PowerAutomate, as well as Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Experience implementing Continuous Improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma, DMAIC, and/or Lean Manufacturing.
• Experience developing standards (labor/machine) and performing resource modeling.
• Financial acumen.
• Experience with regulated environments (i.e., cGMP, OSHA, EPA).
• Exceptional capacity to analyze facts and develop logical conclusions.
• Strong observational and listening skills – capable of quickly understanding the core elements of a new process.
• Excellent process mapping capabilities – capable of independently mapping a process and leading a team to map a process in a workshop event.
• Digital skills – comfortable acting as a power user and early adopter of multiple digital tools to promote use within the organization, and capable of identifying ways to deploy digital tools to improve personal productivity.
• Highly productive and value-oriented.