Corporate Development Associate

Corporate Development Associate

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies believes that it is a global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and agroscience contract research services. It is also one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, and in the support of clinical studies, as well as in biopharma contract development and manufacturing. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to ca. 63,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of more than 950 laboratories in 60 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6,515 million, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Eurofins' corporate development team leads the execution of the company's strategic business and financial goals through merger and acquisition activity across all business lines. Our inorganic growth is a key component of Eurofins' overall strategy. The company has historically completed several dozen transactions annually on a global basis.

The Associate will manage a complete pipeline of M&A targets in United States that generates $10MM to $50MM new revenues annually with an appropriate return in line with Eurofins' financial objectives. This is a highly visible role in the organization with direct exposure to, and interaction with, business and corporate leadership.

The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience in corporate development, transaction advisory, investment banking or private equity.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

• Prospection : Market analysis and identification of potential acquisition targets
• Acquisitions : Negotiate confidentiality agreements and gather and analyze preliminary data
• Integration of the acquired companies : Assist in setting up reporting and quality of communication between the acquired companies and the general management of Eurofins

Qualifications

Education and / or experience : Bachelor's Degree in Business or Finance; MBA or CPA is preferred; Science background or interest preferred

Other skills and abilities : Strong analytical and conceptual skills, good strategic thinking and business acumen; High energy level, drive and a passion to succeed; Strong interpersonal skills, including listening and communication skills (verbal and written); Excellent interpersonal, communication & team leadership skills

Domestic travel is required 15%-20%

Additional Information

Eurofins is a global leader in analytical testing, with 62,000+ employees across 900 labs. Our New Orleans site plays a critical role in food safety and botanical testing. You'll join a mission-driven team that values integrity, innovation, and impactand you'll have real ownership to grow the business.

Apply now to take charge of a thriving lab and help shape the future of contaminant chemistry at Eurofins.

Eurofins is a M / F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.