Job Description

About the Role
Director, Corporate Development
Location:
New York City
Job Description:
Squarespace is seeking a Director, Corporate Development to lead critical function 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. You will report to the Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development and be based in our New York office.
You'll Get To…
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
Who We're Looking For
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
The base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors.
In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include overtime pay), Squarespace employees are eligible to be granted an option to purchase our common stock. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive structure in addition to base salary.
About Squarespace
Squarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business. Our suite of products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, and marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity and creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold. Our team of more than 1,700 is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, and Aveiro, Portugal.
Our Commitment
Today, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customer base, but we also strive for the same in our employees. At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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