Corporate Development Deal Lead

About Checkr

Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Over 140,000 companies and millions of people rely on Checkr for AI verification in the moments that matter most: getting a new job, a new place to live, a car ride, childcare, even a date. Customers include Uber, Pennymac, Airbnb, Doordash, and Anthropic.

We’re a team that thrives on solving complex problems with innovative solutions that advance our mission. Checkr is recognized on Forbes Cloud 100 2025 List and is a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company .

About the team/role

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Corporate Development Lead to join our finance team and report to the CFO. This is a pivotal role shaping our company’s future. You’ll source, evaluate, negotiate and execute M&A and ecosystem opportunities. The role partners across the organization and contributes directly to our overarching strategic plan.

At Checkr, we believe an in office work environment strengthens collaboration, drives innovation, and encourages connection. Our hub locations are Denver, CO; San Francisco, CA; Nashville, TN; and Santiago, Chile. Individuals are expected to work from the office 3+ days a week. In-office perks are provided, such as lunch five times a week, a commuter stipend, and an abundance of snacks and beverages. A relocation stipend may be available for those willing to relocate to a Checkr hub location.

Responsibilities

Own our M&A and ecosystem strategy: analyze Checkr’s total addressable market (TAM), identify priority sub-segments, and build the target pipeline.; Run the end-to-end M&A process from sourcing through close, working with Finance, Product, Sales, Legal, HR, IT and Operations on due diligence.; Perform detailed diligence on target value proposition, market positioning, differentiation, firm growth, and trajectory.; Build relationships with entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, investment banks, financial institutions and consulting firms to source deals.; Prepare and present acquisition proposals to senior leadership and the board.; Create integration plans before close and maintain post-mortem analysis afterward.; Maintain peer and precedent-transaction benchmarking to support investor discussions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.; 10+ years in corporate development, private equity, or a related M&A field.; Deep financial modeling and analytical skills, with strong project management and attention to detail under tight deadlines.; Strong experience structuring, negotiating and closing deals, with a track record of spotting red flags and judging a good deal.; Executive presence and credibility with target leadership, our executives and the board.; Advanced communication and presentation skills, with sound judgment and discretion on confidential information.; Experience in a fast-growing environment, preferably software/SaaS.; Working knowledge of financial markets and fundraising.; An A-player mindset with a strong bias for action: you raise the bar, move with urgency, stay resilient through ambiguity, and take ownership to deliver meaningful outcomes.

Nice to have

A Master's degree or relevant certification (e.g., CFA).; In-house experience supporting Corporate Development.

Benefits

A fast-paced and collaborative environment; Learning and development allowance; Competitive cash and equity compensation, and opportunity for advancement; 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage; Up to $25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services; Flexible PTO policy; Monthly wellness stipend