[Remote] Executive Vice President - Strategic Initiatives and MA

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. hireneXus is a private equity-backed medical communications agency that partners with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. They are seeking an Executive Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and M&A to lead enterprise-wide strategy development and oversee the full M&A lifecycle, ensuring alignment across business units and driving sustainable expansion. Responsibilities • Act as a trusted strategic partner to the COO, providing insight and guidance on business planning, market positioning, and long-term growth strategies. • Partner with senior leaders, investors, and external stakeholders to design and execute initiatives that drive sustainable expansion and market differentiation. • Lead and prioritize a portfolio of enterprise-wide projects, ensuring attention to high-impact, high-value opportunities. • Develop and deliver board-ready materials and executive presentations that effectively communicate strategic progress, investment opportunities, and business performance. • Oversee the full lifecycle of M&A activity — from deal sourcing, valuation, and due diligence to negotiation and post-acquisition integration. • Establish a disciplined, data-driven framework for identifying and assessing acquisition opportunities that align with the company’s strategic goals. • Build and nurture a strong acquisition pipeline through proactive relationship management with founders, industry leaders, and advisory partners. • Direct financial modeling, risk analysis, and synergy planning to ensure transactions deliver measurable value. • Serve as a trusted liaison for potential acquisition targets, particularly founder-led or privately held organizations navigating complex deal processes. • Champion alignment and execution across business units, ensuring that strategic initiatives are implemented efficiently and effectively. • Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Legal, and HR to support seamless integration, operational scalability, and organizational excellence. • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and results-driven performance across the executive leadership team. • Ensure that governance, policies, and performance metrics align with corporate standards and private equity objectives. Skills • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related discipline; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred. • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in corporate strategy, M&A, or strategic finance. • Demonstrated success leading mergers, acquisitions, and integrations within a high-growth or private equity-backed environment. • Strong financial and analytical expertise, including valuation, modeling, and deal structuring. • Exceptional executive presence with the ability to influence and communicate effectively across C-suite and investor audiences. • Experience in healthcare, life sciences, or professional services sectors preferred. Company Overview • hireneXus is a staffing and recruiting company specializing in search and recruiting services. It was founded in 1976, and is headquartered in Elgin, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job