Company Description NielsenIQ is in a rapid growth mode with the backing of Advent International. The NielsenIQ Strategy and Corporate Development team is embarking on a rapid growth transformation and is seeking a talented Head of Strategy and Corporate Development to lead M&A, divestitures, joint ventures, minority investments, and other inorganic growth activities for the business. As a direct report to the Chief Strategy Officer of NielsenIQ, the Head of Corporate Development plays a critical role in defining and executing the company’s organic and inorganic growth agenda. Because of this, this position will have exposure to all senior leaders across the organization and the entire C-Suite / executive leadership team of NielsenIQ as well as Advent International. Job Description Responsibilities Mergers & Acquisitions Curate and grow a pipeline of potential deals, proactively developing ideas for growth  and actively sourcing and screening targets Represent NielsenIQ externally with M&A targets and related advisors / intermediaries Build investment thesis for potential acquisition spaces and targets, and organize and conduct due diligence activities to validate M&A and other inorganic activity in close collaboration with the C-Suite and other relevant corporate stakeholders Leading the due diligence and deal execution process; including negotiations and management of cross-functional teams and outside advisors. Driving the development and execution of a transformational and tech-enabled M&A agenda across multiple business lines. Support in integration planning and management, on an as-needed basis Divestitures Assess potential divestiture opportunities, as needed Drive divestiture processes – from banker selection, to data prep, to support on diligence, and ultimately deal documentation Joint Ventures / Minority Investments Keep track of status and information for mixture of JVs and minority investments Drive investment and decision making progress for any new potential partnerships Other Drive development of corporate development team Support three year planning process, particularly as it relates to building out inorganic growth opportunities for key business and regions Support other strategic / partnership based initiatives as business priorities dictate Qualifications Our Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies. About NIQ NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com Want to keep up with our latest updates? Follow us on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion