V.P. Corp Development

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The Vice President of Corporate Development is responsible for identifying growth opportunities through acquisitions, investments, and joint ventures. Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the executive leadership team, the Vice President of Corporate Development will source, evaluate, and help to execute transactions that are aligned with Federal Signal’s strategic priorities and that will drive significant long-term value for the company. the Vice President of Corporate Development will also provide support for post-merger integration, and owns the development of the long-term financial model, which is prepared as part of the annual strategic planning process.

This is a high-profile and challenging role with significant executive exposure. The VP is expected to bring substantial expertise, strategic problem-solving, relationships, and experience managing transactions with total enterprise valuations in the $20-500M range. The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into complex problems, works effectively with cross-functional teams, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead management of deal process, terms, and structure
  • Serve as liaison for acquisition target and their advisor throughout deal process
  • Negotiate deal terms with acquisition target and their advisor
  • Manage the preparation of offers, including indications of interest and letters of intent
  • Partner with legal, tax and other cross-functional teams as well as external advisors to manage development and review of definitive agreements, deal structure, working capital targets, and post-closing adjustments
  • Develop cadence for communicating critical updates to leadership team and deal documentation for the Board of Directors
• Lead business assessment and financial evaluation
  • Develop business plan for the acquisition target, in conjunction with business unit sponsor
  • Assess attractiveness of markets and competitive landscape of acquisition target
  • Perform dynamic financial and valuation analyses using discounted cash flow, internal rate of returns analysis, and comparable multiples utilizing multiple techniques
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to understand and incorporate synergy opportunities and operational risks into business and financial plan
• Lead and coordinate due diligence process and support post-merger integration
  • Coordinate internal and external teams carrying out all aspects of due diligence
  • Coordinate reporting of due diligence findings to leadership team
  • Support post-merger integration as necessary
• Support deal sourcing and targeting efforts
  • Source acquisition targets by developing relationships with investment banks, founders, and financial sponsors
  • Develop network of contacts and experts in targeted areas
• Team Collaboration
  • Work collaboratively with team members to provide and receive feedback with tact and diplomacy
  • Serve as point person for assigned strategic initiatives
  • Be a thought leader within the organization, particularly with respect to the landscape of competitors and potential targets
• Leadership
  • Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for team outputs and overall team goals by mentoring and guiding teams to complete projects/assignments on time, holding self and others accountable for meeting objectives and adhering to company standards

Supports investor relations, including analyses, planning, messaging, and communications, and assist in development of relationships with investors.

Benefits of Employment

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at HR@federalsignal.com. All other applications must be submitted online.

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