Deal Lead – Corporate Development

Kraken Digital Asset Exchange

Deal Lead at Kraken overseeing Corporate Development including M&A transactions and strategic investments. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive initiatives and maintain industry networks.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $134,200 - $298,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in M&A and venture strategy within the FinTech sector, with a strong ability to build pro forma financial models and conduct valuation analyses. Possesses a deep understanding of the cryptocurrency industry and the global regulatory environment, complemented by excellent analytical and storytelling skills.

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M&A Process ExpertisePro Forma Financial ModelingValuation AnalysisCross-Functional CoordinationCryptocurrency Industry Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Pro Forma Financial ModelsValuation AnalysesM&A ProcessDCFComparable MultiplesAccretion / DilutionIntegration PlanningAnalytical SkillsProblem SolvingAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Consensus BuildingStorytelling Skills

Industry Keywords

Corporate DevelopmentFinTechCryptoFinancial ServicesDue DiligenceLegal MattersCross-Functional StakeholdersHyper-GrowthNetwork in Financial ServicesGlobal Regulatory Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute shaping Kraken’s M&A, venture strategy and identifying high-value opportunities
Drive M&A, venture investments and develop recommendations that push initiatives forward
Spearhead the end-to-end deal process, from initial diligence to closing
Articulate key value drivers and considerations for potential M&A and venture opportunities in concise deal memos; build consensus across Leadership and the wider organization
Oversee the development of pro forma financial models and valuation analyses
Coordinate the due diligence process in concert with cross-functional stakeholders
Build and maintain an extensive network in the crypto and financial services industry to stay on top of key trends and developments
Contribute to enhancing the Corporate Development function by identifying opportunities to improve processes and mentoring team members
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in Corporate Development at a hyper-growth FinTech company or investment bank
Experience building pro forma financial models and valuation analyses (DCF, comparable multiples, accretion / dilution, etc.)
Deep familiarity with the M&A process (and venture), including legal matters and integration planning
Strong ability to drive consensus and coordinate process with a diverse group of cross-functional stakeholders in Legal, Finance, Product, Engineering, and beyond
An understanding of the global regulatory environment around crypto and financial services
Strong knowledge of and/or demonstrated curiosity for the cryptocurrency industry
Excellent analytical, problem solving, writing, and storytelling skills
Rigorous attention to detail and a reputation for “sweating the small stuff”
Technical background or strong knowledge of software/internet products and services
Strong network in crypto and / or traditional financial services markets

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus program
Equity program
Wellness allowance
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
401(k) plan