When should private equity portfolio companies hire corporate development leaders?
The target for when to hire a corporate development leader is always shifting for private equity portfolio companies.
Vice President, Portfolio Operations
Private Equity Firm
Chicago, IL
Our client is a rapidly growing fund focused on investing in essential services businesses. The Vice President of Portfolio Operations would serve as a core member of the Portfolio Support Group and focus on driving value-creation initiatives across multiple portfolio companies, with a focus on M&A integration activities. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of post-MBA experience at a top-tier strategy consulting firm, exposure to private equity and expertise in both post-merger integration and value-creation projects.
The target for when to hire a corporate development leader is always shifting for private equity portfolio companies.
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