Corporate Development Associate

3064 Salem Industrial Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27127, USA •

Winston-Salem, NC 27127, USA

Posted Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Join The Cook & Boardman Group, the nation’s leading provider of architectural doors, frames, hardware, specialty products, and complete security integration services.

We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career has room to grow. Whether you're a problem-solver, innovator, or passionate about service, you’ll thrive here.

Why Work With Us?
We’re committed to your success, personally and professionally. You’ll have access to:

• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self-care.
• Career Growth:
  You’ll benefit from continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training including access to C&B University, our in-house development program.
• Supportive Culture:
  Innovation, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

Be part of a team that invests in your future, celebrates your success, and values your contribution.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and process-driven Corporate Development Associate to oversee and administer critical corporate development processes. This role emphasizes functional responsibilities, and the ideal candidate will have strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with experience in driving strategic initiatives.

• Assist in the evaluation of potential acquisition targets, partnerships, and other strategic opportunities by conducting research, analysis, and financial modeling.
• Maintain comprehensive records of all corporate development activities, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and organized.
• Collaborate with external resources throughout the due diligence process, coordinating information flows to ensure ample support and documentation for third-party diligence assessments.
• Work closely with various internal departments, including finance, legal, operations, and HR to ensure ample evaluation of acquisition target’s current operational policies and procedures and identify potential integration challenges.
• Develop and present regular updates on corporate development processes, opportunities, and challenges to senior management.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and implement best practices to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor strategies, and market opportunities to guide process adjustments and decision-making.
• Other relative duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in corporate development, M&A, or a related field, emphasizing process management and functional responsibilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in process development and management.
• Ability to travel 50% of the time

• Demonstrated expertise in process development and management.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proactive mindset with a strong focus on details and accuracy.

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this role, the employee will regularly communicate verbally and in writing, and must be able to see and hear in a typical office setting. The role frequently involves sitting, walking, standing, using hands to handle or feel, and reaching with arms and hands.

This position operates primarily in a professional office environment. It routinely involves the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, copiers, and filing systems. Occasional business travel may be required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for success in the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Cook & Boardman Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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