Director of Corporate Development

Company Description

Investar Financial is a growing financial services organization focused on delivering tailored banking and financial solutions to individuals, businesses, and communities. The company emphasizes strong client relationships, prudent risk management, and long-term value creation. Team members collaborate across functions to support strategic growth initiatives, measured expansion, and operational efficiency. Investar Financial offers a professional environment where employees can contribute to corporate strategy and help shape the company’s future direction. The organization values integrity, accountability, and innovation in all aspects of its business. Role Description The Director of Corporate Development is a full-time remote role responsible for leading strategic growth initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, and other corporate transactions. This role oversees the end-to-end deal lifecycle, from opportunity sourcing and initial assessment through due diligence, valuation, negotiation, and integration planning. Day-to-day responsibilities include building financial models, conducting market and competitive analysis, preparing investment cases and presentations for executive leadership, and coordinating cross-functional teams such as finance, legal, operations, and risk. The Director will monitor industry trends, maintain a pipeline of strategic opportunities, and provide insights that support capital allocation decisions and long-term corporate strategy. This position also involves developing frameworks and processes that improve transaction execution and post-close performance tracking.

Qualifications

Strong Analytical Skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and market data and translate findings into clear recommendations. Demonstrated experience in Corporate Development, including managing M&A, strategic partnerships, or joint ventures within financial services or related industries. Solid Finance background with proficiency in financial statement analysis, valuation methods, and capital markets concepts. Hands-on experience conducting Due Diligence, coordinating cross-functional review of financial, operational, legal, and regulatory aspects of transactions. Advanced Financial Modeling skills, including scenario analysis, cash flow projections, and sensitivity testing for strategic initiatives. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to senior leadership and key stakeholders. Proven ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting. Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative approach to working across teams. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field; an MBA or equivalent advanced degree is preferred. Experience in banking, financial services, or a highly regulated industry is beneficial, along with familiarity with regulatory considerations affecting corporate transactions.