Corporate Development Director – JR40005028

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Corporate Development Director

Staines on Thames

Chubb Group Security Ltd

ROLE SUMMARY

APi International, the parent of Chubb Fire & Security – a 200-year-old global leader in fire detection, suppression, and security systems – is hiring a Corporate Development Director to own the full M&A lifecycle from deal sourcing through post-close performance. Reporting directly to the VP of Corporate Development, you will serve as a key strategic advisor to executive leadership, driving inorganic growth across a business that protects some of the world's most critical infrastructure. This is a high-visibility role with direct access to C-suite decision-making and meaningful influence over how one of the most established names in fire & security continues to grow globally.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Own the acquisition pipeline – build and maintain a high-quality deal pipeline aligned to APi International's strategic growth priorities, partnering directly with senior business leaders to define target markets, sectors, and acquisition criteria.
Lead end-to-end M&A execution – drive all transaction phases from origination and valuation through deal structuring, LOI negotiation, definitive purchase agreement, and close.
Direct cross-functional due diligence – program-manage all workstreams (Finance, Tax, Legal, HR, Safety, Treasury) from kickoff through final reporting; escalate key risks, synthesize findings, and ensure a clean handoff to the integration team.
Build and manage external advisor relationships – oversee investment banks, legal counsel, and brokers to ensure efficient transaction execution and access to high-quality deal flow.
Monitor post-close performance – track acquisition results against underwriting assumptions, manage contingent consideration, and translate performance data into sharper future investment decisions.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

8+ years in M&A, corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or transaction advisory
Demonstrated track record of end-to-end deal execution – sourcing, valuation, structuring, due diligence, negotiation, and close
Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills (DCF, LBO, comparable company analysis, precedent transactions)
Experience leading cross-functional due diligence workstreams and managing external advisors
Proven ability to negotiate LOIs and purchase agreements directly with sellers and their counsel
Strong executive presence – able to influence and advise at C-suite and Board level
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Competitive compensation relevant to your experience
Hybrid working model
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Company vehicle or car allowance
Private Medical Insurance
Company Pension Scheme
Life Assurance (4 x basic salary)
Employee Scholarship Scheme
Access to a central benefits platform with a wide range of discounts
Health and wellbeing resources
Bravo Awards recognising outstanding contributions
Continuous training and development opportunities

What makes this role different:

Scale and legacy – Chubb Fire & Security has operated for over 200 years and serves clients ranging from independent businesses to the majority of the FTSE 100. You are joining a business with genuine market depth, not a start-up narrative.
Strategic influence – You will advise senior leadership directly, with your deal recommendations shaping how APi International deploys capital globally.
Growth trajectory – Within 12–24 months, a high performer in this role is positioned to take on broader leadership of the Corp Dev function, with potential to build and manage a team as the deal volume scales.

Deadline for applications: May 10th

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