VP of Corporate Development - Efinix, Inc.

Vice President of Corporate Development

The Vice President of Corporate Development will lead strategic initiatives to drive growth, partnerships, and public positioning for the company. This individual will be one of the leaders of a team focuses on Initial Public Offering (IPO) in near term and to identify and execute mergers and acquisitions (M&A), strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and other corporate development opportunities in long term. A deep understanding of the semiconductor industry, emerging technologies, and business models is essential to succeed in this role.

Reporting to CEO

Initial Public Offering (Near Term):

• Working closely with CEO and CFO to navigate through the IPO process
• Work with CFO to build and solidify the FP&A functions and directions
• Lead communications and administrative activities with bankers and institution investors and be part of the banker selection process.
• Establish and build working relationship with analysts and facilitate that communication with the executive management team

Mergers & Acquisitions (Long Term):

• Identify potential acquisition targets aligned with the company’s strategic goals.
• Lead deal evaluation, including market research, financial modeling, and due diligence processes.
• Negotiate deal terms and manage post-merger integration efforts to maximize value creation.

Strategic Planning and Market Intelligence:

• Collaborate with the executive team to develop and refine corporate strategies, focusing on growth opportunities and market expansion.
• Drive collaboration agreements, licensing deals, and joint ventures that align with business objectives.
• Analyze industry trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies to identify strategic initiatives. Stay abreast of developments in the semiconductor industry, including advancements in chip design, manufacturing, and emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and automotive applications.
• Develop strategic partnerships and alliances with key industry stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and technology partners.
• Develop and present investment theses, valuations, and recommendations to the executive team and board.

Financial Planning, Analysis & Modeling:

• Conduct comprehensive market and financial planning and analyses
• Collaborate with the finance team to model financial outcomes and assess risks.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with finance, R&D, product, and legal teams to evaluate technical, operational, and legal feasibility of deals.
• Serve as a key liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders during negotiations and integration phases.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in corporate development, finance, investment banking, private equity, or strategic consulting, with a focus on the semiconductor or technology sector with global private semiconductor companies or startups
• Strong knowledge of the semiconductor industry, including key players, supply chain dynamics, and technology trends and understanding of semiconductor technologies (e.g., chip design, manufacturing processes).
• Proven track record of leading IPO and/or M&A transactions.
• Excellent financial, analytical, modeling, and valuation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.

· Strategic thinking, attention to detail and a results-driven mindset

· Leadership, stakeholder management with exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.