Senior Director, Corporate Development

Senior Director Of Corporate Development

The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers - and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency. We are proud of the culture we have built. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day. If you are talented, driven, creative, and eager to join a dynamic, globally-connected team, then we want to talk!

What We Do

We are seeking a Senior Director of Corporate Development to play a leading role in shaping The Trade Desk's growth through mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and investments. This role will report directly to head of corporate development and work closely with the senior leadership team to identify, evaluate, and execute inorganic growth opportunities that align with the company's strategic vision.

What You'll Do

Strategy & Pipeline Development :

• Partner with executive leadership to define and prioritize inorganic growth areas.
• Build and maintain a proactive pipeline of acquisition and partnership opportunities.

Transaction Execution :

Partnership Development :

Integration Leadership :

Team Building & Leadership :

Who You Are

15+ years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or venture capital. Undergraduate or Graduate degree - MBA preferred. Experience in a leading and negotiating deals and leading deal teams - Proven track record leading M&A transactions, Investments, and strategic partnerships. Team player, pro-active and action oriented, anticipates needs, is assertive, and is highly accountable. Ability to influence and communicate effectively across all levels and teams across the organization. Deep expertise in valuation, financial modeling, and deal structuring. Strong knowledge of the technology and / or digital media ecosystem; adtech experience a plus. Exceptional executive presence and ability to influence at the C-suite and Board level. Excellent communication, negotiation, and project management skills and judgment. Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, entrepreneurial environment. Demonstrated success in prior roles in their career. Strategic thinker.

The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. The Trade Desk will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Ordinance No. 184652. CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only : In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is The Trade Desk's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. All employees may be eligible to become The Trade Desk shareholders through eligibility for stock-based compensation grants, which are awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. The Trade Desk also offers other compensation depending on the role such as sales-based incentives and commissions. Plus, expected benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents, retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, parental leave, sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, vacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter, and around 13 paid holidays per year. Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The Trade Desk also offers a competitive benefits package.

The base salary range for this role is $182,800 $335,200 USD.