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How much do corporate development analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for corporate development analyst in Texas is $91,590.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,200.00 and $109,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a corporate development analyst do?

A Corporate Development Analyst is responsible for supporting a company's growth strategies through mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and other business development initiatives. They analyze financial statements, conduct market research, build financial models, and evaluate potential investment opportunities. These analysts also assist in due diligence processes and help prepare reports and presentations for senior management. Their work is crucial in identifying strategic opportunities and ensuring that transactions align with the company's long-term goals.

How does a corporate development analyst typically collaborate with other departments during a merger or acquisition process?

A Corporate Development Analyst frequently works cross-functionally with finance, legal, operations, and executive teams during mergers and acquisitions. They help perform financial due diligence, gather critical data from various departments, and coordinate with legal teams to ensure compliance. Analysts also work closely with senior leadership to develop integration plans and communicate findings to stakeholders, making strong collaboration and communication skills essential for success in these projects.

What is the difference between Corporate Development Analyst vs Investment Banking Analyst?

AspectCorporate Development AnalystInvestment Banking Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, finance or related field; some roles prefer MBABachelor's degree, finance, economics, or related; MBA often preferred
Work EnvironmentIn-house corporate team, strategic planning focusInvestment banks, high-pressure, client-focused
Employer & Industry UsageCorporations across industries, M&A, strategic growthInvestment banks, M&A advisory, capital markets
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles involve financial analysis and deal evaluation, Corporate Development Analysts focus on strategic growth within a company, whereas Investment Banking Analysts work on external client deals, primarily in M&A and capital raising. The credentials, work environment, and industry usage overlap significantly, making them common comparison points for job seekers.

What cities in Texas are hiring for Corporate Development Analyst jobs?

Cities in Texas with the most Corporate Development Analyst job openings:

Infographic showing various Corporate Development Analyst job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,590 per year, or $44 per hour.

Corporate Development M&A Specialist

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care

Roanoke, TX • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Corporate Development  M&A Specialist

Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid – 4 days in office per week)

Job Type: Full-Time, Salary

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath!

What will you be doing?
As a Mergers & Acquisition Specialist on the Corporate Development team you will work with a lean, high-impact team originating, evaluating and executing acquisitions of early education centers.  You will be involved in the whole lifecycle of the deal with core responsibility for the financial analysis of a transaction. In addition, you will support corporate finance initiatives including market research, treasury, annual budget, forecasting, strategic planning, and asset management. 

Other responsibilities include: 

  • Supporting all aspects of M&A execution (opportunity assessment, valuations, due diligence, completion and integration planning)
  • Identifying and tracking of acquisition targets through research, analysis, and other methods
  • Building robust financial models to assess acquisition opportunities and presenting concise findings to senior stakeholders
  • Preparing high-quality internal presentations to support senior management review and internal approval processes
  • Supporting workstream management by liaising with lawyers, consultants, accountants, and other external professionals
  • Experience with multi-unit operations in the education industry or similar is a plus

Top Reasons to join BrightPath Kids USA:

We offer a 60% child care discount to ALL employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
All staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program which offers a company match – this is free money!
We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.
Full-time staff accrue 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year.
Full-time staff are scheduled 8 paid holidays.
Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and $10,000 of company-paid life insurance. 

Required Skills:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or related field
  • 4+ years of relevant experience (either from accountancy, corporate finance/M&A roles or strategy-related roles)
  • Excellent financial modeling skills with a high degree of accuracy
  • Working knowledge of accounting principles, both US and Canada
  • CFA, CA, CBV designation an asset
  • Strong analytical skills and business acumen;
  • Proficiency with common software packages (MS Office, QuickBooks, NetSuite, mapping software, market data, etc.);
  • Excellent oral communication. A clear and concise writer;
  • Interacts professionally and amicably with vendors, team members and other professionals

If this sounds like a good fit, we want to meet you!  Please submit your application today.