Senior Vice President, Corporate Development and M&A Strategy - Remote, United States - Lumen

Description

About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

Lumen's commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We've made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we're the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.

We're looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

In this role, you will have overall management responsibility for the global corporate and business development function of a public company with $16+ billion in revenue. You will lead the M&A strategy, including separation management, acquisitions, direct minority investments, and influence the company's long-term business plans by recommending opportunities aligned with our product, technology, and growth priorities. You will have oversight of day-to-day operations, significant planning initiatives, and special projects. This role reports to the Chief Financial Officer, engages directly with the CEO and C-Suite leaders, and has visibility with the Board of Directors.

The Main Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor teams engaged in M&A, transaction, separation, and analytics activities.
• Set and direct Lumen's business development strategy; accountable for creating and operationalizing corporate-wide goals into near- and long-term opportunities with existing and potential customers and partners.
• Maintain awareness of Lumen's business, strategy, and priorities; and adjacent industries and technological, economic, environmental, and competitive situations that may influence the current and future inorganic strategy.
• Monitor financial and operational results of acquired companies against valuation assumptions and projected performance standards where appropriate.
• Oversee the tracking, assessment, and reporting of synergy results from acquisitions and achievement of those results versus expectations.
• Lead the management and coordination of business development initiatives ensuring smooth integration and effective implementation.
• Provide thought leadership to the C-Suite and the Board of Directors.
• Represent the organization internally and externally at the highest levels.
• Act independently, guided by company policies and executive management objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• A bachelor's degree with a minimum of 20+ years of related corporate development experience.
• 15+ years of leadership experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Exceptional ability to communicate, influence, collaborate and partner with senior executives and diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to role model and live Lumen's culture: Teamwork, Trust, Transparency, Courage, Clarity, Growth Mindset, Customer Obsession, Allyship.
• Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams in a complex and dynamic environment and delivering results that support business objectives.
• A strategic growth mindset and a hands-on approach with the ability to adapt to the changing business environment and drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• Demonstrated ability to execute outcomes and results aligned to company strategy.
• Excellent strategic thinking, business acumen and analytical skills.
• High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism.

Preferred:

• Background in communications and technology sectors.
• Public company experience.

Compensation

The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee's primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual's qualifications.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$ $315210 in these states: AR, ID, KY, LA, ME, MS, NE, SC, and SD.
$ $331800 in these states: AZ, AL, FL, GA, IN, IA, KS, MO, MT, NM, ND, OH, OK, PA, TN, UT, VT, WV, WI, and WY.
$ $348390 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NV, NH, NC, OR, and RI.
$ $364980 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DE, DC, IL, MD, MA, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA.

As with the pay range variety that's based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and other business needs.

Requisition #: 333546

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

Salary Range

236410

364980

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive. To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.

As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. You can learn more by clicking here.

Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.