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About the Role:
Wileyisatan exciting inflection point in itstransformation,as weanticipateand adapt to the shifting needs of our customers while harnessing the possibilities enabled by technology and innovation.As part ofourrecentstrategic pivot,weareactivelypursuingopportunitiesat the frontiers of research & discovery,identifyingnew opportunities toleverageAI,content,and data services.This isan opportunemomentto join Wiley asaSenior Directorin our Corporate Development team, helping to driveWiley’s growth and shape our enterprise portfolio through transformative transactionsaround the world
Reportingdirectlyto the Corporate Vice President, HeadofCorporate Development,you’llbe a key architectofWiley's inorganic growth agenda. You will drive the full M&A lifecycle — from origination and market intelligence through diligence, valuation, andclose —with the speed, thoroughness,and precisionrequiredin a fast-movingand high-stakestransformation environment.This is a high-visibility role with direct C-suite exposure and meaningful impact on the company's long-term trajectory, idealfor a self-directed dealmaker who thrives with autonomy and knows how tomarshal resources andengage with key internal and external stakeholders toget transactionsdone
Job Responsibilities
Deal Origination,Pipeline Management, and Competitive Intelligence
Work withthe SVP-Strategy, CVP-Corporate Development, and partners in the businessunits tobuildandmaintaina disciplined M&A pipeline aligned with Wiley's strategic priorities in data services, AI-enabled publishing, and adjacent content and technology verticals
In partnership withthe Strategy team, leverageWiley's market intelligence capabilities across target verticals todelivercompetitiveintelligenceand strategic foresight that informs theacquisitionagenda
Translate market dynamics into strategic recommendations that inform M&A prioritization
Proactivelyidentifyand cultivate acquisition targets and partnership opportunities through market intelligence, industry relationships, and competitive analysis
Expand and deepen relationships withourgrowing network ofexternal partnersininvestment banking, venture capital, financial sponsors, and other thought leaders in our markets
Own the deal thesis frominitialscreen through executive and Board-level presentation, synthesizing complex market dynamics into compelling, actionable investment recommendations
Support investor relations and corporate marketing in articulating Wiley's M&A narrative and strategic differentiation to external stakeholders.
Financial Analysis & Valuation
Lead rigorous financial modeling and valuation work including DCF, comparable company analysis, precedent transactions, and accretion/dilution modeling
Apply sharp deal judgment to assess risk-adjusted returns and strategic fit, moving quickly in ambiguous situations to frame trade-offs for senior decision-makersand executive leaders
Partner closely with Finance to ensure disciplined assumptions and integration of strategic plans into financial frameworks
Translate financialobjectivesto inform deal structuring andkey transaction terms
Due Diligence & Transaction Execution
Own deal structuring and negotiation support, partnering with Legal tooptimizetransaction terms in service of strategic and financial objectives
Lead all phases of due diligence — commercial, financial, legal, operational — coordinating cross-functional workstreams and external advisors, balancingspeed,quality, and thoroughness
Successfully manage multiple simultaneous deals in a fast-paced transformation environment, escalating decisively when issues arise
Ensureclear,consistentandtimelycommunication with key stakeholders
Strategic IntegrationPlanning& Post-Close Value Creation
Collaborate with functional leadersand external vendorsto develop integration plans that capture synergies and protect deal value from Day 1.
Establish KPIs and performance frameworks to track post-close value creation against the original deal thesisand modeling assumptions
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degreerequired; MBA from a top-tier business schoolor graduate degrees in related disciplinestrongly preferred
8–10+ years of progressive experience in investment banking (M&A or coverage), private equity,venture capital,or corporate development at a company undergoing significant transformation; candidates with both investment banking and corporate development experience strongly preferred
Deepexpertiseacross the full M&A transaction lifecycle — origination, valuation, diligence, negotiation, and close
Proventrack recordof leadingmultiplecomplex, time-sensitive transactions with real financial and strategic accountability
Exceptional financial modeling skills with the ability to independently build and stress-test deal models
Executive presenceand communication skills,with the ability to influence and present to C-suite and Board-level stakeholders
Demonstrated ability tooperatewith a high degree of autonomy and self-direction in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
Experience in publishing, education technology, information services is a strong plus
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Here, your talent matters. Your ideas have room to grow. And your work creates breakthroughs that can change everything.
Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact tasupport@wiley.com for assistance.
We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow.
We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. The range below represents Wiley's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base pay for this role at the time of posting roles either in the United Kingdom, Canada or USA. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range, however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies.
When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered.
Salary Range:
189,700 USD to 278,567 USD
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