Deal Lead, Corporate Development

Anthropic · San Francisco, CA · Finance · listed September 1, 2026

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The shape of it

Seniority
Senior
Experience asked
12+ years
Where
Hybrid
Stated pay
$325,000 – $425,000 USD
Requirements listed
8
Length
1,155 words

In the posting’s own words

The ideal candidate brings a unique combination of strategic thinking, technical understanding, and execution capability. You're passionate about AI safety and Anthropic's mission to create AI systems that are helpful, harmless, and honest. You thrive in ambiguous environments and can navigate complex negotiations while maintaining strong relationships across multiple stakeholders.

What it asks for · 8

  • Have 12+ years of corporate development experience, with demonstrated success building or significantly scaling corp dev functions at high-growth technology companies
  • Have direct experience in AI/ML companies or deep learning research environments
  • Bring an established network within the AI startup ecosystem and venture capital community
  • Have led post-merger integration efforts or built new business units from the ground up
  • Possess an MBA or advanced technical degree
  • Have experience negotiating complex strategic partnerships with major technology companies
  • Demonstrate a track record of identifying and executing transformational opportunities
  • Show experience with international expansion or cross-border transactions

Also a plus

  • Possess strong technical understanding through either work experience (as a software engineer, product manager, or investor) or educational background (Computer Science degree or equivalent)
  • Demonstrate exceptional analytical and financial modeling skills
  • Have experience leading complex M&A transactions or strategic partnerships in technology sectors
  • Excel at building relationships and can effectively engage with technical and business stakeholders
  • Are comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with competing priorities
  • Possess outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to influence at all levels
  • Have a deep interest in AI safety and alignment with Anthropic's mission

What the job covers

  • Help shape the corporate development function, establishing best practices across the full spectrum of transactions from acquihires to transformational acquisitions
  • Partner closely with cross-functional product, engineering, and research teams to understand and assess the technical and strategic value of potential opportunities
  • Lead end-to-end transaction processes, from initial sourcing through due diligence, negotiation, and integration
  • Create streamlined processes for rapid evaluation and execution of technical talent acquisitions
  • Build and maintain relationships with entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and strategic partners in the AI ecosystem
  • Conduct comprehensive market analysis to identify emerging trends, competitive dynamics, and growth opportunities in AI and related technologies
  • Structure and negotiate complex deals, working closely with legal, finance, and other cross-functional teams
  • Drive post-transaction integration efforts, ensuring successful realization of strategic objectives
  • Develop financial models and valuation analyses to support investment decisions
  • Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership and board members
  • Support the growth of Anthropic's partnership ecosystem, including relationships with cloud providers and enterprise customers

Degree language

  • Possess an MBA or advanced technical degree

Tools and skills named

Go to market
  • Partnerships3×
  • Negotiation
Models & research
  • Deep learning
  • Machine learning
Operations & finance
  • Excel
  • Financial modeling
Ways of working
  • Cross-functional2×
Product & design
  • Product management

Words the posting leans on

  • strategic12×
  • experience6×
  • technical6×
  • complex5×
  • transactions5×
  • ecosystem4×
  • growth4×
  • integration4×
  • partner4×
  • relationships4×
  • acquisitions3×
  • business3×
  • corporate development3×
  • key3×
  • possess3×
  • research3×

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