Director, Corporate Development

Squarespace is seeking a Director, Corporate Development to lead critical functions within our Strategy & Corporate Development organization. This role will be highly visible, with regular interactions across the executive and senior leadership of Squarespace.

As the Director, you will set and drive the inorganic growth strategy, leading a team responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and executing strategic transactions. You will operate at a strategic level, guiding priorities, aligning cross-functional stakeholders, and ensuring the corporate development function scales with the company's long-term ambitions.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full lifecycle of M&A and strategic transactions, providing direction and guidance across sourcing, evaluation, diligence, negotiation, and integration
• Lead, develop, and manage a team of corporate development professionals
• Guide the development of financial models, valuation analyses, and strategic frameworks to inform decision-making
• Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional teams (Product, Marketing, Finance, Legal, People) to define priorities and align on complex, high-impact initiatives
• Establish and scale processes, frameworks, and operating rhythms to strengthen the corporate development function
• Ensure effective prioritization and resource allocation across a portfolio of opportunities and initiatives
• Synthesize inputs from multiple stakeholders to drive alignment and enable high-quality, timely decision-making
• Represent Corporate Development in executive forums, presenting recommendations and influencing key business decisions

Requirements:

• 12+ years of experience across investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or related fields
• Significant in-house corporate development experience with a strong track record of leading buyside transactions
• 5+ years of people management experience, and proven track record of developing high-performing teams
• Deep understanding of technology and SaaS business models, including key metrics (ARR, bookings, ARPU, LTV/CAC)
• Proven ability to operate at both strategic and organizational levels, setting direction in complex, ambiguous environments
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and advise senior executives, external partners, and stakeholders
• Experience building and scaling processes, teams, and functional capabilities
• Exceptional analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to guide complex modeling and valuation work
• Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting to and influencing executive audiences
• Ability to translate long-term strategy into clear, actionable plans and measurable outcomes
• Strong cross-functional leadership and collaboration skills, with a track record of driving alignment across diverse teams
• High attention to detail, sound judgment, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
• Passion for technology, markets, and identifying new growth opportunities

Benefits & Perks:

• A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums
• Fertility and adoption benefits
• Access to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverage
• Headspace mindfulness app subscription
• Global Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement benefits with employer match
• Flexible paid time off
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and family care leave
• Pretax commuter benefit
• Education reimbursement
• Employee donation match to community organizations
• 7 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Dog-friendly workplace
• Free lunch and snacks
• Private rooftop
• Hack week twice per year

Cash Compensation Range: $203,500 - $327,750 USD