About Us:&nbsp; upGrad is an online education platform building the careers of tomorrow by offering the most industry-relevant programs in an immersive learning experience. Our mission is to create a new digital-first learning experience to deliver tangible career impact to individuals at scale. upGrad currently offers programs in Data Science, Machine Learning, Product Management, Digital Marketing, and Entrepreneurship etc. upGrad is looking for people passionate about management and education to help design learning programs for working professionals to stay sharp and stay relevant and help build the careers of tomorrow. - upGrad was awarded the Best Tech for Education by IAMAI for 2018-19. - upGrad was also ranked as one of the LinkedIn Top Startups 2018: The 25 most sought-after startups in India. - upGrad was earlier selected as one of the top ten most innovative companies in India by FastCompany. - We were also covered by the Financial Times along with other disruptors in Ed-Tech. - upGrad is the official education partner for Government of India - Startup India program too. - Our program with IIIT B has been ranked #1 program in the country in the domain of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. What you would be doing - Evaluate potential business opportunities including conducting market research, other analysis and diligence, and communicating recommendations to the Head of Corporate Development and Senior Leadership Team. - Assist in developing upGrad's corporate development strategy (which include M&amp;A alliances &amp; partnerships). - Identify and engage potential acquisition or partnership opportunities via personal and event networking, technology meet-ups, cold outreach, and industry research. - Partner with various Fintech, Financing &amp; Ed-tech Companies which would help upGrad's growth. - Figuring out small start-ups/organizations within the Education domain &amp; exploring possibilities of Acqui-hiring that organization/start-up which are in sync with upGrad's vision. - Analyze industry prospects by gathering information about target, market, competitors, and market share possibilities; researching potential acquisitions to find those that are relevant and financially beneficial. - Assist in the later stages of the M&amp;A process as needed, including: drafting letters of intent, conducting due diligence, negotiating final agreements along with Legal team. - Close partnership agreements while properly balancing company goals, speed, and economic potential. - Evaluate the financial and non-financial benefits and risks of new partnerships/acquisitions. - Take primary responsibility for the execution and integration of new partnerships/acquisitions. - Developing a strong working relationship with stakeholders across the organisation to support the timely closure of the projects. - Identify opportunities for process improvement across the value chain and organisational functions. Work with the team/executive leadership to conceptualise solutions for the process improvement. What we are looking for - Work in a fast paced and challenging environment in collaboration with the firm's leaders; Apply experience and skills to tangible value creation. - Work on high profile opportunities within Education &amp; E-Commerce domain. - Demonstrates the highest levels of ethics and policy compliance at all levels. - Experience facilitating partnerships majorly across IT Industries. - Think Big - identify new areas of opportunity for upGrad, create investment strategies and evaluate key targets in partnership with business teams. - Strong analytical and conceptual skills, good strategic thinking and business acumen. - High energy level, drive and a passion to succeed; eager to learn and to grow. - Strong interpersonal skills, including listening and very good communication skills (verbal and written). - Self-starter, ownership and natural leadership &amp; drive to get things done. - Experience of around 2-5 years into Partnerships, Sales, Business Development, Mergers &amp; Acquisition, Corporate Development.

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upGrad - Corporate Strategy Role 

upGrad - Corporate Strategy Role  ,Job Description for upGrad - Corporate Strategy Role  in Upgrad in  Mumbai for (2-5) years of experience. Apply Now!

Job Description for upGrad - Corporate Strategy Role  in Upgrad in  Mumbai for (2-5) years of experience. Apply Now!