Associate Director, Corporate Development

Ford Motor Company

Corporate development leader evaluating Ford's global automotive investments, partnerships, acquisitions, and joint ventures. Leading due diligence, valuation, negotiations, risk planning, and executive-level transaction strategy.

Posted 9/7/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $141,700 - $268,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic investment evaluation, partnership development, and financial analysis within a corporate development context. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex projects, and enhance organizational knowledge and processes.

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Strategic Investment EvaluationFinancial Analytical SkillsCross-Functional Team LeadershipTransaction Valuation AnalysisNegotiation of Transaction Terms

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Hard Skills

Financial ModelingDue DiligenceShareholder Value AnalysisCost and Revenue Synergy MonitoringRisk ManagementScenario PlanningTransaction Advisory ServicesCorporate DevelopmentStrategic Management ConsultingInvestment Banking

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTeam DevelopmentDelegationPerformance ManagementCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMaster’s in Business Administration

Industry Keywords

AutomotiveTechnologyMulti-National Corporate SettingMacroeconomic AdvisersManagement ConsultantsAccounting FirmsInvestment Banks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape Ford's strategic investment and partnership activity globally, including acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic alliances
Evaluate and execute strategic investments and partnerships aligned with Ford's broader strategy
Lead cross-functional teams and project management activities
Lead due diligence with target executive teams, outside advisors, and internal subject matter experts
Oversee detailed financial models and transaction valuation analyses
Contribute to negotiation of transaction terms and legal documentation
Create memorandums and presentations for senior management, C-level executives, and Ford's Board of Directors
Maintain relationships with macroeconomic advisers, management consultants, accounting firms, and investment banks
Enhance Corporate Development information sources, knowledge repositories, and processes
Develop and maintain industry and competitive knowledge
Apply shareholder value analysis to decisions and post-acquisition integration, including cost and revenue synergy monitoring
Build risk management capabilities and incorporate what-if, scenario, and contingency planning
Contribute to team member development and collaboration with skill teams and business units

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
5-7+ years of experience in Investment Banking, Transaction Advisory Services, strategic management consulting and/or Corporate Development activities
5-7+ years of experience exhibiting exceptional financial analytical skills
Master’s in Business Administration degree preferred
Preference for automotive/technology experience during career
Exposure to multiple companies and business models
Experience in a multi-national corporate setting preferred
Experience working on cross-functional and multi-department enterprise-wide projects
Ability to operate independently under pressure with attention to detail
Experience leading teams
Ability to delegate effectively, manage performance, and develop others
Legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time