Corporate Development & Strategy Associate Position Available In DeKalb, Georgia

Corporate Development & Strategy Associate

Req ID:

10211

Remote Opportunities:

Onsite
We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come for our customers, our communities, and our planet. Acuity Brands, Inc. (

NYSE:

AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives. We are positioned at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Our businesses develop technology that helps save our customers energy and reduce their carbon emissions. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and location-aware applications. Job Summary
We are seeking a Corporate Development & Strategy Associate to join our team. In this role, you will support the Corporate Development team with both organic and inorganic growth initiatives to help the company achieve its broader growth objectives. You will work cross-functionally and will have regular interactions at every level of the organization, including the Executive Team and business unit leaders, to develop executive-level analyses and execute on M&A transactions and other growth initiatives.
This position reports directly to the SVP, Strategy and Corporate Development and is based at Acuity’s headquarters in Atlanta, GA.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Collaborate with business leaders to identify, evaluate, and prioritize growth opportunities and investments aligned with corporate strategic initiatives
Identify new potential transactions that align with the strategy and with the company’s goals. These transactions may include mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, minority investments, key capital projects and strategic alliances.
Support the evaluation of strategic opportunities through business and financial analysis serving as functional expert on valuation (DCF, trading comps, transaction comps), pro forma analysis (accretion/dilution, IRR, etc.) and deal structuring
Develop deal assessment presentations for senior leadership
Support project teams, leveraging internal and external resources, to conduct comprehensive due diligence
Support the transaction negotiations, from the letter of intent through all other transaction-related documents, in collaboration with the business unit and corporate leadership teams, outside advisors, and legal, during both transaction and subsequent integration
Continuously assess the industry and competitive landscape to identify emerging trends and growth opportunities
Monitor business trends and gather competitive intelligence to inform strategic planning discussions.
Lead execution of internal corporate finance initiatives across functions with senior management
Skills and Minimum Experience Required
Minimum of 3-5 years of strategy consulting, private equity, investment banking, or corporate development experience
Strong analytical skills for interpreting and synthesizing complex data
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels of the organization.
Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to execution
Proven experience partnering across organizations, specifically with senior C-suite level leaders.
Ability to thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments, with a strategic mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Consistent track record of achieving high-level results.
Education (minimum education required):

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Travel Requirements:

Domestic and/or International 15-20% as needed. #LI-EG1