Corporate Development Associate

About Savvital:
At Savvital, we provide offshore staffing solutions and high-performing Virtual Professionals (VPs) designed to help modern businesses scale efficiently. Our clients don't partner with us simply to cut costs — they work with us to build capacity, eliminate operational bottlenecks, and reclaim their most valuable resource: time.

About The Role:

As a Corporate Development Associate you will play a crucial role in our M&A sourcing engine— identifying founders of promising bootstrapped businesses. Your work will be the front line of our growth, driving outreach, relationship-building, and deal pipeline development. This role is perfect for you if you are a natural communicator and thrive on conversations with founders and proactively seek out quality acquisition opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

M&A Sourcing & Outreach
Identify, research, and map markets to find attractive acquisition targets
Support in building and maintaining relationships with founders, owners, and intermediaries through project management
Conduct high-volume outreach via email, phone, and LinkedIn to engage business owners
Initial Deal Evaluation
Gather key financial and operational data to inform valuation discussions
Collaborate with the team to qualify leads and prioritize high-potential deals
Market & Competitive Analysis
Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to refine our acquisition thesis
Analyze key financial indicators to determine a company’s fit
Work with the leadership team to refine targeting criteria and adjust strategies
Key Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Finance, Economics)
3-5 + years of proven experience in corporate development, investment banking, product or a related field, with a strong focus on M&A.
Proficiency in Excel and CRM tools, with strong analytical skills for data management and financial evaluation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong aptitude for relationship-building Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities
Enthusiasm for conducting market research and competitive analysis
Compensation and Benefits:
Base Salary: Market Competitive (commensurate with experience)
Allowances: Premium Internet, Electricity, and Wellbeing allowances to support night-shift operations.
Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage.
Performance Bonuses: Structured bonuses based on individual targets and account retention metrics.
Annual Growth: Regular performance-based increments and clear vertical career progression.