Lavendo is seeking a Strategic Partnerships & M&A Director to identify acquisition targets and negotiate partnerships that accelerate our market expansion as we scale towards a $1B annual run rate. You will source proprietary technology and talent, playing a critical role in our aggressive growth strategy.
What You'll Do
- Identify and analyze potential acquisition targets in the AI/ML startup ecosystem
- Conduct preliminary technical and business screening of startups
- Build and maintain relationships with top VC firms and partners for deal pipeline development
- Structure partnership agreements and acquisition proposals
- Work closely with the corporate development team on deal negotiations
- Support due diligence processes and integration planning
- Create and manage startup partnership programs
What We're Looking For
- 7+ years of experience in venture capital, corporate development, investment banking, or strategic partnerships
- Proven experience in M&A transactions involving AI/ML companies
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
- Experience with M&A transactions, due diligence, and deal structuring
- Proven track record in business development and partnership management
- Strong networking abilities within VC and startup ecosystems
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship
Nice to Have
- Technical/product background preferred for AI infrastructure evaluation
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $250K–$400K per year, including base, bonuses, and RSUs, negotiable based on experience and location
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families
- 401(k) plan with a 4% match program
- Paid parental leave (20 weeks for primary caregivers; 12 weeks for secondary caregivers)
- Company-paid short-term/long-term disability and life insurance coverage
- Monthly reimbursement for mobile/internet expenses (up to $85)
- Remote-friendly culture with opportunities for in-person collaboration
- Work with state-of-the-art NVIDIA GPUs and one of the most powerful commercially available supercomputers
- Contribute to energy-efficient data centers that recover waste heat for residential use
Work Mode
This is a remote U.S. position, with a preference for candidates based in the San Francisco or New York areas.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
