Director, Mergers and Acquisitions - ETR (Education, Training and Research) : Job Details

Directo

r, Mergers and Acquisitions

(Remote

U

nited States

WHO WE ARE

ETR (Education, Training

and Research) is a national non-profit passionate about our mission to improve

the health and well-being of youth and communities by championing science

. We

seek

to understand and address the ways health and education outcomes are influenced by the complex interactions between people and their environment. As a learning organization with a focus on mission-driven impact, we value different perspectives and ideas, collaboration

and continuous learning, both within the organization and in our partnerships. W

e are looking for people who share

ETR'

s

values to join our team.

THE IMPACT WE ARE LOOKING TO MAKE

ETR envisions a world where all individuals and communities achieve their best health

W

e develop

and

disseminate

innovative

science-based programs, services, and products

Through this work, and by uplifting our partners, we

support positive outcomes a

cross the country.

HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions, the Director of Mergers and Acquisitions

is responsible for

operationalizing ETR's M&A strategy by implementing systems, tools, and processes that enable repeatable, mission-aligned transaction execution. This role is a key individual contributor and will be central to the design and deployment of the infrastructure needed to support pipeline development, due diligence, deal execution, and integration.

The Director works across the full lifecycle of every transaction. They will collaborate closely with Legal, Finance, Culture, Operations, and Executive leadership. They will support the SVP in delivering

timely

and effective progress reporting to the Leadership Team, CEO, and Board.

This is a remote position and is open to anywhere inthe United States.

C

ULTURAL ATTRIBUTES

• You

  possess

  excellent communication and relationship-building skills with colleagues, partners and clients with utmost integrity,

  courtesy

  and diplomacy.

• You are capable of embracing

  others' ideas and

  seeking

  to understand their

  points of view to further our shared mission and vision.

• You enjoy working independently as well as collaboratively to meet goals and deadlines.

• You us

  e

  technology to effectively and professionally communicate with remote colleagues

• You are self-motivated and ca

  n strategically prioritize

  multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment.

• You embrace a spirit of learning and curiosity in your work and proactively seek out answers and solutions to questions and challenges that arise.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Bachelor's degree in Finance

  , Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or JD preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of direct experience supporting or leading transaction execution activities in M&A environments.

• Experience supporting at least 15 full M&A transactions, including exposure to diligence, close, and integration in industries related to ETR's strategic goals

• Preferred experience in Federal and State grant and contract compliance and due diligence

• Prior experience with integration management office (IMO) processes or frameworks

• Project management or process improvement certifications (e.g., PMP, Lean) preferred

• Comfort working across legal, financial, and operational domains (no deep

  expertise

  required

  in

  any one

• Understanding of financial modeling, valuation methodologies, legal documentation, and regulatory implications.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels and with external stakeholders.

• Advanced skills and

  expertise

  with business, analytics, pipeline, and transaction management tools and platforms.

• Demonstrated leadership in developing, communicating, and gaining support for complicated and sensitive decisions.

• Demonstrated ability to organize and lead multiple teams.

• Demonstrated success leading change with employees at all levels in a high-growth environment.

• Excellent analytical, supervisory, and leadership skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to translate complex concepts to colleagues at all levels, ETR's Board of Directors, and external stakeholders.

• Adaptable to many

  different types

  of stakeholders and personalities.

• Demonstrated ability to organize and implement complex plans and projects.

• Experience working under pressure, under short deadlines; ability to work

  additional

  hours as needed.

• Able and willing to travel, approximately 25%

  time

• Ability to

  maintain

  confidentiality of information and records with tact and discretion.

• The use of a personal vehicle or rental car for ETR business will

  require

  a valid driver's license and proof of insurance.

• This

  position

  is

  subject

  to

  a

  background

  check.

Location:

Remote

Anywhere in the United States.

S

tarting Pay Range

126,000-154,900

annually.

The typical hiring range for this position is

1

2

6,

0

00

140,800

at 100% FTE. The starting salary is

determined

based on the candidate's knowledge, skills, and experience.

WORKING AT ETR

ETR employees enjoy a competitive salary, amazing 401(K) and health benefits as well as generous PTO and holiday pay

You will contribute to making a difference in the world!

For more detailed information about

this position and

ETR, please visit our website

www.etr.org

To apply for this position, please

submit

your resume

to:

ETR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO and AA Employer/VET/Disabled

ETRis an

equal opportunity

employer. All qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.