eBay’s Corporate Development Team is responsible for sourcing, evaluating and executing the company’s strategic acquisitions, investments, joint ventures and divestitures. This responsibility is company-wide and global. Since 2004, eBay announced 25 acquisitions for total purchase consideration of approximately $9 billion. Of these transactions, ten were in North America, twelve in Europe and three in Asia.

Reporting to eBay’s Vice President of Corporate Development, the Director of Corporate Development will play an important role in all aspects of the company’s acquisitions and investments. The Director will be involved in identifying prospective target opportunities, performing strategic and quantitative analysis, conducting due diligence, determining appropriate valuation and structure, developing strategy for and conducting negotiations, driving activities to closure, and coordinating with our M&A Integration team. On a typical transaction, the Director will be responsible for all aspects of the transaction and will carry out tasks by managing a cross-functional team involving persons from our Business Units and our Corporate Strategy, Finance, Legal, Human Resources, Site Operations, Product Management and Product Development teams.

• Some of a candidate’s experience may be drawn from advisory positions in investment banking, venture capital, legal or consulting firms. Significant work experience in a corporate (as opposed to professional services) environment is highly desired.
• Strong skills in strategic and quantitative analysis, project management, negotiation, communication and leadership are essential. Must also have demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally, manage teams and supervise outside professionals.
• Familiarity with Internet / e-commerce companies is desired.
• Understanding of selling and buying on eBay is a plus.