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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