Director of Corporate Development

vor 4 Wochen


Hamburg, Hamburg, Deutschland Bauer Media Group Vollzeit

Position Overview:
Bauer Media Group is on the lookout for a proactive and results-driven Director of Business Development to enhance our team. This pivotal role involves spearheading the development and execution of strategic plans aimed at advancing our business, particularly through mergers and acquisitions (M&A) within the publishing and commerce sectors. You will play a crucial role in shaping our organization’s future and identifying key growth avenues to improve our market presence and profitability. If you possess a visionary mindset and a solid history in business development, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Development: Partner with executive leadership to articulate and refine the company’s digital growth strategy, ensuring alignment of acquisition and expansion objectives with overarching business goals.
  • Market Analysis: Execute thorough market research to pinpoint potential acquisition targets, analyzing industry trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging technologies pertinent to digital publishing.
  • Opportunity Sourcing: Identify and assess potential acquisition prospects, utilizing industry connections, market insights, and collaborations to build a robust deal pipeline that aligns with our digital growth strategy.
  • Financial Assessment and Negotiation: Work alongside cross-functional teams, including corporate M&A, legal, and operational units, to conduct financial evaluations, structure deals, and negotiate terms with target entities, aiming for outcomes that align with corporate objectives.
  • Due Diligence Management: Oversee various due diligence processes with internal teams, evaluating the operational, financial, and technological facets of potential acquisitions to ensure strategic alignment and risk mitigation.
  • Transaction Oversight: Engage in the complete acquisition lifecycle, collaborating closely with M&A, legal, finance, and operational teams to ensure the seamless execution of agreements and integrations.
  • Integration Strategy: Coordinate with internal stakeholders to formulate and implement integration strategies for acquired entities, ensuring smooth transitions and maximizing synergies.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including executives from target companies, advisors, and industry contacts.

Required Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated experience and success in business development and M&A initiatives within the digital landscape, ideally in publishing, media, or e-commerce.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or a related discipline; an MBA or advanced degree is preferred.
  • Strong financial expertise with a background in financial modeling, valuation methods, and deal structuring.
  • Comprehensive understanding of digital business frameworks, emerging technologies, and market trends influencing the publishing sector.
  • Outstanding analytical, negotiation, and communication abilities, with a talent for influencing stakeholders at all levels.
  • Capacity to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple initiatives concurrently while adhering to tight deadlines.
  • A robust networker with extensive knowledge of the publishing and commerce landscapes in the UK and Germany.
  • Ability to foster relationships across diverse countries.
  • A confident, enthusiastic demeanor balanced with humility.
  • Proficient in English, both spoken and written.

Bauer Media Group has established itself as a successful media organization by prioritizing the creation of meaningful content for millions globally, spanning print and online publishing, radio, and marketing services. As a family-owned business in its fifth generation, Bauer emphasizes long-term growth with a consumer-centric approach guiding our diverse portfolio. Our team of 15,000 is united by a shared passion for delivering valuable content and services to our customers and partners.

We aim to inspire not only our customers but also our colleagues by providing opportunities for responsibility and offering a long-term career perspective.

Depending on your location, Bauer Media Group provides a range of benefits.

If you are seeking an independent role and wish to contribute fresh insights to our existing team, we welcome your application.

Your point of contact for this position is Katrin (Ammazzalorso).

Reference Number:1641

We are an international employer committed to equal opportunities, welcoming individuals in their unique identities, regardless of religion, gender, ethnicity, or disability.



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