VP, Corporate Development

• Identify and evaluate inorganic growth opportunities aligned with Coursera’s long-term strategy, particularly in AI, enterprise learning, and global expansion
• Partner closely with the CEO, CFO, and Strategic Planning to shape and refine corporate strategy through a corporate development lens
• Translate strategic priorities into actionable deal pipelines
• Lead end-to-end transaction execution, including sourcing, valuation, structuring, negotiation, diligence, and closing
• Drive complex negotiations with senior executives, founders, and advisors
• Develop and apply a rigorous corporate development framework to assess opportunities and risks
• Collaborate closely with FP&A, Strategic Planning, Legal, Product, and Business Unit leaders to ensure alignment and execution readiness
• Support integration planning in partnership with internal stakeholders to maximize deal value
• Provide clear, data-driven recommendations to executive leadership and the Board
• Build, mentor, and lead a small, high-impact corporate development team
• Foster a culture of analytical rigor, speed, and strong judgment

• 12+ years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or related fields
• Significant experience within a corporate development function, with a strong grasp of corporate development frameworks and best practices
• Proven track record of leading and negotiating end-to-end transactions in a corporate context
• Experience in business development and strategic partnerships strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and strategic analysis skills
• Exceptional communication and executive presence, with experience engaging C-level stakeholders and Boards
• Experience in technology, edtech, or AI-related sectors

Pay range: $300K - $350K