Corporate Development Analyst II/III/Sr

At Williams, we’re powering a cleaner, more connected future — and that starts with you. Here, your work fuels communities, drives innovation, and helps deliver reliable energy the world depends on. Join a Fortune 500 team that invests in your growth, values your contributions, and challenges you to make a lasting impact every day.

As Corporate Development Analyst Sr., you'll lead the evaluation and valuation of prospective investment opportunities in and outside of Williams' existing portfolio. You will work on a team of hard-working problem solvers, bringing solutions to sophisticated business challenges. Dealing effectively with ambiguity, balancing big picture thinking with attention to detail, and anticipating your business partners' needs are keys to success!

Responsibilities/Expectations:

• Manages and leads financial modeling and valuation in the evaluation of mergers, acquisitions, divestments, joint ventures, major capital projects and commercial contracting with the goal of proposing innovative solutions and structures to improve value
• Supports the entirety of the merger and acquisition, capital investment, and commercial negotiation process including strategy, opportunity identification, due diligence, deal structuring, execution, and integration
• Assists in formal deal due diligence by reviewing and analyzing company and investment information
• Assesses the competitive landscape, trends, strategic fit, sources of commonalities and potential risks of an investment
• Presents recommendations and proposals to senior leadership and external parties related to prospective transactions and investments
• Conducts research and analysis regarding new growth opportunities
• Mentors, trains, and develops other team members with a focus on promoting team culture and creating an atmosphere of teamwork and trust
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Years of Experience:

Sr:

• ​Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, related field and minimum eight (8) years’ related experience
• Preferred: Master's degree and minimum ten (10) years' experience
• Preferred: Experience in energy industry
• Preferred: Experience leading economic valuation modeling for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and capital projects

III:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, related field and minimum six (6) years’ related experience
• Preferred: Master's degree and minimum eight (8) years' related experience
• Preferred: Experience in energy industry
• Preferred: Experience leading economic valuation modeling for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and capital projects

II:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, related field and minimum three (3) years’ related experience
• Preferred: Master's degree and minimum five (5) years' related experience
• Preferred: Experience in energy industry
• Preferred: Experience leading economic valuation modeling for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and capital projects

Other Requirements:

• Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate across all levels of the organization
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to utilize Excel models for valuation, including Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), and accretion/dilution
• Strong finance skills with a solid understanding of income statements, balance sheets, and a statement of cash flows
• General understanding of the oil and natural gas industry

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Here’s a look at what that means:

• Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
• Hybrid work for most office roles, plus real flexibility in many field positions
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around
• 401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution
• Paid time off, including company and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent), plus fertility and adoption support
• Advanced AI tools and resources to help level up and work smarter
• Clear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from within
• Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education
• HSA and FSA options
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Domestic partner benefits
• Employee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes you care about

Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time.

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Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.

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