Senior Director, Corporate Development - 212296 - Electronic Arts

General Information

Locations: Redwood City, California, United States of America

Role ID

212296

Worker Type

Regular Employee

Studio/Department

Legal

Work Model

Hybrid

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Senior Director, Corporate Development

Electronic Arts

Redwood City

Join EA's Corporate Development team where original ideas and driving results are highly valued.

We're looking for an experienced Corporate Development leader to join our M&A and investments team in the Bay Area. EA's Corporate Development team is responsible for the origination, evaluation, and execution of M&A, investments, and strategic partnerships globally across EA. The group partners with the company's executive management and business leaders to: (i) identify growth opportunities for EA (ii) source and evaluate strategic projects to capitalize upon these opportunities and (iii) lead the transaction execution and integration process. You will report to the VP of Corporate Development and work in a hybrid work model, in our Redwood City office 3 days a week.

Primary Responsibilities

· You will comprehensively lead the evaluation and execution of M&A opportunities and strategic initiatives, including acquisitions, investments, and strategic partnerships – from sourcing and origination through to signing, close, and integration

· You will partner closely with EA's global business leaders to understand their business priorities, identify new growth opportunities, and bring these opportunities to fruition

· You will work across EA, leading large cross-functional M&A teams to drive projects to successful completion

· You will represent the company externally, fostering and sustaining connections with industry partners, leaders, and entrepreneurs

· You will synthesize and summarize complex opportunities through the lens of EA's business strategy & goals. Using these conclusions, you will develop recommendations and presentations for EA's business leaders, executive management, and board of directors.

· You will lead the quantitative and qualitative analysis supporting M&A business cases, including financial analyses, market & risk analyses, and due diligence

· You will monitor and assess market trends in gaming, entertainment, technology, and related sectors

Experience & Skills

· 10+ years of work experience in corporate development, at an investment bank (preferably in an M&A group), or private equity firm

· Manage stakeholders across all levels within and outside the company

· Significant M&A transaction experience in gaming, entertainment, or technology

· Strong business sense and ability to understand complex issues

· A personal interest in the business of games, entertainment, and technology

· Navigate uncertainty

· Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics or a related field

· MBA degree preferred

Pay Transparency - North America

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).

PAY RANGES

* California (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. San Francisco) *$210,600 - $320,000 USD

In the US, we offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, 10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.

Pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA.

About Electronic Arts

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.