Executive Vice President - Strategic Initiatives and M&A

Executive Vice President, Strategic Initiatives & M&A Location: Remote (East Coast Preferred) Reports to: President/COO

About the Company

This opportunity is with a private equity-backed medical communications agency that partners with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to deliver strategic, scientific, and creative solutions that bring complex science to life. The company is experiencing strong growth and expansion, driven by a combination of organic initiatives and strategic acquisitions across the healthcare communications landscape. The Opportunity The Executive Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and M&A will play a critical leadership role in shaping and advancing the organization’s long-term strategic direction. Reporting directly to the President and COO, this executive will lead enterprise-wide strategy development and oversee the full M&A lifecycle—from opportunity identification through due diligence, deal execution, and post-merger integration. This role will serve as a key thought partner to the COO and executive team, translating strategic priorities into actionable initiatives and ensuring alignment across business units. The position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, evolving organization backed by a leading private equity sponsor.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Corporate Development

• Act as a trusted strategic partner to the COO, providing insight and guidance on business planning, market positioning, and long-term growth strategies.
• Partner with senior leaders, investors, and external stakeholders to design and execute initiatives that drive sustainable expansion and market differentiation.
• Lead and prioritize a portfolio of enterprise-wide projects, ensuring attention to high-impact, high-value opportunities.
• Develop and deliver board-ready materials and executive presentations that effectively communicate strategic progress, investment opportunities, and business performance.

Mergers & Acquisitions

• Oversee the full lifecycle of M&A activity — from deal sourcing, valuation, and due diligence to negotiation and post-acquisition integration.
• Establish a disciplined, data-driven framework for identifying and assessing acquisition opportunities that align with the company’s strategic goals.
• Build and nurture a strong acquisition pipeline through proactive relationship management with founders, industry leaders, and advisory partners.
• Direct financial modeling, risk analysis, and synergy planning to ensure transactions deliver measurable value.
• Serve as a trusted liaison for potential acquisition targets, particularly founder-led or privately held organizations navigating complex deal processes.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Champion alignment and execution across business units, ensuring that strategic initiatives are implemented efficiently and effectively.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Legal, and HR to support seamless integration, operational scalability, and organizational excellence.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and results-driven performance across the executive leadership team.
• Ensure that governance, policies, and performance metrics align with corporate standards and private equity objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related discipline; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in corporate strategy, M&A, or strategic finance.
• Demonstrated success leading mergers, acquisitions, and integrations within a high-growth or private equity-backed environment.
• Strong financial and analytical expertise, including valuation, modeling, and deal structuring.
• Exceptional executive presence with the ability to influence and communicate effectively across C-suite and investor audiences.
• Experience in healthcare, life sciences, or professional services sectors preferred.

The Opportunity This is a pivotal role to shape the future of a rapidly growing medical communications agency supported by a leading private equity sponsor. The Executive Vice President of Strategic Initiatives & M&A will be a key architect of the company’s evolution—driving both organic and inorganic growth strategies that strengthen its leadership position within the healthcare communications landscape. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job