Corporate Development Associate

Location:
Flexible (Hybrid), with a preference for New York, Washington, D.C., or Philadelphia; some travel will be required

Role Summary
Unrivaled Sports, which oversees a diverse portfolio of premier youth sports properties, continues to expand rapidly through both strategic acquisitions and organic growth. To support this momentum, we are seeking a highly motivated Manager to play a key role in the evaluation, diligence, execution, and integration of new investments.

Reporting to the Vice President of Corporate Development & Strategic Finance, this individual will support the full M&A lifecycle, from due diligence and financial modeling to transaction execution, while also serving in a project manager capacity for critical post-close integration workstreams across HR, Finance, IT, and Operations. In addition, this individual will play a key role in broader corporate and strategic finance initiatives, including financial planning, debt financing activities, equity raises, and other capital structure-related projects. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, analytical, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Key Responsibilities
Transaction Diligence & Execution

• Assist in all phases of the M&A lifecycle, including the evaluation of potential acquisition opportunities, financial analysis, due diligence, drafting of investment memos, and execution
• Coordinate amongst internal teams and external advisors to assess operational, financial, and legal diligence efforts
• Support strategic planning through market analysis, competitive landscaping, and identification of emerging sectors and acquisition targets
• Own the management and evolution of our acquisition pipeline tracker, ensuring that our deal flow is organized, actionable, and visible to leadership

Integration Planning & Coordination

• Operate in a project manager capacity for M&A integration efforts, serving as the connective tissue across departments, ensuring both accountability and alignment
• Work closely with functional leadership across HR, Finance, IT, and Operations to collaboratively define key integration needs and deliverables
• Develop integration plans tailored by opportunity type and company size

Corporate & Strategic Finance

• Support leadership in evaluating and optimizing the company's capital structure, including scenario modeling, liquidity planning, and capital allocation analyses to inform strategic decision-making
• Contribute to the preparation of investor materials, recurring performance updates, and other external communications

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Up to three years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development, with specifically within M&A or transaction-focused teams
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, and presentation skills, with a solid foundation in deal structuring and valuation
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with proven project management capabilities
• Clear, mature, and confident communicator who can engage effectively across the organization
• Personally accountable, with a bias for action and a commitment to follow-through
• Able to navigate ambiguity and fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Prior relevant industry experience, with a passion for sports and high-growth environments

Unrivaled Sports is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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