GlobalFoundries

Senior Director, Corporate Development

United States · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerGlobalFoundries
LocationUnited States
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted26 May 2026

About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role:

The role will report directly to the Vice President of Corporate Development and will build and lead a best-in-class corporate development function. The Senior Director Corporate Development will lead transaction activities ranging from identifying, evaluating and driving public and private company acquisitions, joint ventures, asset divestitures and restructurings, minority investments and other critical initiatives. This role will require a balance of leadership and support for all aspects of the transaction evaluation and execution process, including: idea generation, deal sourcing and screening, valuation, due diligence, negotiation and structuring, driving collaboration and approvals and integration.
The Senior Director, Corporate Development must exhibit outstanding relationship skills with both external parties and internal teams. They must be able to think creatively and strategically about new opportunities, but also act very tactically to develop and complete transactions.
Essential Responsibilities

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Lead and support corporate development transactions through all phases of the transaction lifecycle

Partner with Product Line leaders to identify and prioritize strategic gaps, evaluate build/buy/partner options and collaborate on target selection criteria and recommendations

Develop a deep understanding of the competitive landscape and assist in establishing relationships with key players in the industry

Collaborate with primary deal leads and broader cross-functional teams to drive focused diligence processes which vet key assumptions and value drivers

Conduct detailed analyses including valuation and pro forma case modeling which capture target company trends, deal alignments and integration costs in detail

Articulate clear rationale and risks associated with proposed transactions through spoken and written communications with deal sponsors, functional leadership and senior executives, taking into accountGlobalFoundries overall interests

Develop presentation materials to provide recommendations to the executive team and the board

Build detailed models for potential M&A transactions. Track integration expenses and synergies including one-time integration costs

Other Responsibilities:

Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree and MBA (preferable)

10 plus years of proven experience in the M&A technology sector, which could include banking, consulting or private equity experience

Strong financial modeling and valuation skills

Hands-on deal leadership experience

Strong leadership and program management skills with the ability to work and build consensus with multiple cross-functional teams

Ability to quickly adapt to changes resulting from a dynamic and growing business environment.

Self-starter with flexibility to work on multiple projects simultaneously and adjust near-term role to business needs

Comfortable with a team-oriented and collaborative approach to achieving impact

Positive attitude and understanding of the GlobalFoundries culture

Excellent interpersonal, including strong oral and writing capabilities; ability to clearly communicate compelling messages to senior leadership and external partners / counterparties

Strong strategic agility, critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills

Ability to deal with time pressure

Strict attention to detail

Expected Salary Range

$220,000.00 - $385,000.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law

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