Manager, Strategy – Corporate Development

Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned

Manager, Strategy & Corporate Development at Lewis Services focuses on mergers, acquisitions, and strategic growth initiatives. Utilizing financial modeling and project management to achieve measurable results.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial modeling, strategic planning, and project management, with a strong ability to analyze data and provide actionable insights. Proven track record in managing M&A processes and facilitating cross-functional collaboration to drive organizational success.

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Financial ModelingM&A Process ManagementStrategic PlanningProject ManagementData Analysis

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisExcel ProficiencyPowerPoint ProficiencyValuation AnalysisScenario AssessmentMarket ResearchCompetitive AnalysisInvestment Materials DevelopmentDue Diligence CoordinationIntegration Project Planning

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsNegotiation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

Industry Keywords

Investment BankingCorporate DevelopmentTransaction AdvisoryStrategic FinanceFP&AManagement ConsultingCorporate StrategyEnterprise Project Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Gather, analyze, and interpret data to inform the organization’s strategic direction and evaluate potential impact.
Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and industry assessments, then develop recommendations supported by data and business insights.
Translate strategic priorities into actionable workstreams, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
Monitor progress against strategic initiatives and provide regular reporting to executive leadership.
Facilitate strategic planning sessions and leadership workshops.
Build complex financial models to evaluate potential M&A opportunities, including financial statement forecasts, valuation analyses, and scenario assessments.
Develop investment materials, executive presentations, and Board materials.
Support due diligence by coordinating cross-functional workstreams and ensuring deliverables are completed on time.
Evaluate inorganic growth opportunities, assess new markets, and support the full M&A life cycle.
Establish integration project plans, timelines, budgets, resource requirements, and governance structures.
Coordinate acquisition integration workstreams, dashboards, and action plans to monitor post-acquisition activities and synergy realization.
Facilitate recurring integration meetings with leadership teams.
Manage multiple enterprise strategic projects simultaneously and drive accountability across stakeholders.
Deploy change management strategies to support organizational adoption.
Promote best practices in project execution and continuous improvement.
Influence cross-functional teams without direct authority to keep initiatives aligned, on time, and within scope.
Carry out other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Business, or another quantitative discipline.
7–10 years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, transaction advisory, strategic finance, FP&A, management consulting, corporate strategy, or enterprise project management.
Exceptional Excel financial modeling and PowerPoint skills.
Strong financial and operational analysis, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
High attention to detail while maintaining a strategic perspective.
Executive presence with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to integrity.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Paid training and professional development opportunities
Health, dental, vision, and HSA options
401(k)
Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)