Corporate Development Industry Switch
Currently in a consumer focused corp dev role (large company 4-5Bn a year, highly acquisitive), is it possible to switch into a tech focused corp dev role after 2-3 years?
Currently in a consumer focused corp dev role (large company 4-5Bn a year, highly acquisitive), is it possible to switch into a tech focused corp dev role after 2-3 years?
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walhberg, sorry about the lack of response. Maybe one of these topics will help:
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Hope that helps.
You will definitely be able to get interviews so long as deals are closed under your watch (I moved from Manufacturing to Healthcare and biggest key was having some deals closed), the key is just showing you can quickly learn and understand new markets.
Agreed. A decent deal sheet will get you interviews. Convincing them you have enough background in the industry to not make elementary errors of assumption will be the trick
Also, the earlier in your career you are the easier it is to move to a different industry.
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