Corporate Development Manager

Our client Numbers Executive is partnering with a large-cap ASX-listed business that owns and operates long-life, regulated infrastructure assets critical to Australia's energy supply. With a strong growth agenda and an active transaction pipeline, the Corporate Development team plays a central role in identifying, assessing and executing acquisitions, divestments and strategic investments that support long-term shareholder value creation. The opportunity Reporting to the Head of Corporate Development and mentoring a small team of Analysts, the Manager, Corporate Development will play a leading role in the assessment, execution and delivery of complex M&A transactions across the energy infrastructure sector. This is a highly commercial, execution-focused role offering direct exposure to the CFO, Executive Leadership Team, Board and external advisers. The successful candidate will take ownership of transactions from initial opportunity assessment and Investment Committee approval through to due diligence, valuation, negotiation and completion. Working across multiple concurrent projects, you will manage advisers, coordinate internal stakeholders and drive transaction processes to successful outcomes. Beyond M&A activity, the role will contribute to broader strategic initiatives and capital allocation decisions across the business. Required skills & experience We are seeking an accomplished corporate finance professional with a strong track record of executing transactions from inception through to completion. The ideal candidate will have gained experience within investment banking, corporate advisory or a high-performing corporate development environment and be comfortable leading complex workstreams across live transactions. You will bring: 8+ years' experience in investment banking, corporate advisory or corporate developmentDemonstrated M&A transaction experienceAdvanced financial modelling and valuation capabilityStrong project management skills and the ability to drive outcomes across multiple workstreamsExperience managing advisers, consultants and senior internal stakeholdersExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of materials for Executive and Board-level audiencesTertiary qualifications in Finance, Commerce, Economics or LawCA, CFA or equivalent professional qualifications will be highly regardedExperience within infrastructure, utilities, energy or other asset-intensive sectors is required What's on offer This is an outstanding opportunity to join a leading ASX-listed infrastructure business and gain genuine ownership of strategically important transactions. The role offers direct access to senior decision-makers, exposure to high-quality assets and the opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping the future growth of a nationally significant organisation. For a confidential discussion, please contact Briana Hill at Numbers Executive.