Corporate Development Manager

@ KnowBe4

About KnowBe4

Join the cybersecurity company that puts security first; literally and without compromise. At KnowBe4, our AI-driven Human Risk Management platform empowers over 70,000 organizations worldwide to strengthen their security culture and transform their workforce from their biggest vulnerability into their strongest security asset.

Recognized as an industry leader by G2 and TrustRadius, KnowBe4 redefines what it means to be a trusted security partner in today’s complex threat landscape. Our team values radical transparency, extreme ownership, and continuous professional development in an engaging, fun, and inclusive work environment.

Role Overview

The Corporate Development Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping KnowBe4’s long-term growth strategy through mergers & acquisitions (M&A), partnerships, and market intelligence. This role involves collaborating with senior leadership across Finance, Product, GTM, and Legal to identify, evaluate, and execute strategic opportunities that advance our mission in the Human Risk Management cybersecurity space.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze cybersecurity trends including HRM, AI/ML, and regulatory changes.
• Evaluate KnowBe4’s product portfolio and identify strategic investment opportunities.
• Source, evaluate, and maintain a database of potential M&A and partnership targets.
• Build financial models, perform pro forma analysis, and prepare business plans for corporate transactions.
• Manage due diligence processes and support negotiation of term sheets and purchase agreements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate acquisitions and track key performance metrics.
• Create executive presentations and board materials outlining market trends and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a similar analytical field; MBA preferred.
• Strong ability to connect market trends to actionable opportunities in core and adjacent markets.
• Understanding of cybersecurity trends, HRM, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Excellent negotiation, project management, and financial modeling skills.
• Proven experience in sourcing, negotiating, and managing M&A, partnerships, and post-merger integration.

Benefits & Additional Information

KnowBe4 offers bonuses, employee referral rewards, tuition and certification reimbursements, and a relaxed dress code in a modern work environment. An applicant assessment and background check may be required. KnowBe4 is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process.

Key Skills/Competency

• M&A
• Market Intelligence
• Financial Modeling
• Strategic Planning
• Cybersecurity
• HRM
• Negotiation
• Integration
• Data Analysis
• Partnerships