Manager, Corporate Development

Who We Are:

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. For more than 25 years, our development teams have created some of the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful entertainment experiences, captivating and engaging audiences around the world. We are incredibly proud of our ability to deliver consistently the highest-quality titles, as well as our colleagues who help to create our unique culture and work environment that is inclusive, diverse, and dynamic.

While our offices are casual and inviting, we are deeply committed to our core tenets of creativity, innovation and efficiency, and individual and team development opportunities. Our industry and business are continually evolving and fast-paced, providing numerous opportunities to learn and hone your skills. We work hard, but we also like to have fun, and believe that we provide a great place to come to work each day to pursue your passions.

The Challenge: 

Take-Two Interactive is seeking a motivated Manager to join its highly visible Corporate Development & Strategy team. This is an exciting opportunity for a curious, business-minded individual with a demonstrated passion for video games and strong technical skills. In this role, you will work with senior management and the board of directors at the corporate level and with label leadership to drive M&A, investments, strategic initiatives, and the Company’s overall long-term strategy. You’ll be responsible for performing rigorous quantitative and qualitative analyses that drive key decisions across the organization. The ideal candidate is adept at financial modeling, skilled at translating complex data into clear, actionable insights, and has excellent communication skills for presenting findings to senior leadership.

What you'll take on:

•     Develop and refine financial models that will support the assessment and valuation of potential acquisitions, early to late stage investments, and strategic initiatives.
•     Monitor trends within the interactive entertainment industry to identify emerging opportunities.
•     Conduct in-depth research and analysis on industry competitors and market developments, delivering regular insights to the team. 
•     Assist in due diligence efforts for M&A and partnership opportunities.
•     Assist with the preparation of clear, concise presentations, memoranda, and reports for senior management and Board meetings.
•     Assist with new initiatives driven by the Corporate Development group including, but not limited to, the creation of new business units, post-acquisition integration, and business model innovation.

What you bring:

•     2+ years of experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, and/or Corporate Development.
•     Prior experience in the interactive entertainment industry is preferred.
•     Proficiency in building financial/operating models and a thorough understanding of valuation methodologies (DCF, Precedent Transactions, Public Trading Comparables, SOTP, etc.).
•     Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
•     Highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
•     Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
•     Ability to communicate in a highly effective manner both written & verbally.

What We Offer You:

• Great Company Culture. Ranked as one of the most creative and innovative places to work, creativity, innovation, efficiency, diversity and philanthropy are among the core tenets of our organization and are integral drivers of our continued success.
• Growth: As a global entertainment company, we pride ourselves on creating environments where employees are encouraged to be themselves, inquisitive, collaborative and to grow within and around the company.
• Work Hard, Play Hard. Our employees bond, blow-off steam, and flex some creative muscles - through corporate boot camp classes, company parties, game release events, monthly socials, and team challenges.
• Benefits. Medical (HSA & FSA), dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan, commuter benefits, in-house wellness program, broad learning & development opportunities, a charitable giving platform with company match and more!
• Perks. Fitness allowance, employee discount programs, free games & events and stocked pantries.

Please be aware that Take-Two does not conduct job interviews or make job offers over third-party messaging apps such as Telegram, WhatsApp, or others. Take-Two also does not engage in any financial exchanges during the recruitment or onboarding process, and the Company will never ask a candidate for their personal or financial information over an app or other unofficial chat channel. Any attempt to do so may be the result of a scam or phishing exercise. Take-Two’s in-house recruitment team will only contact individuals through their official Company email addresses (i.e., via a take2games.com email domain). If you need to report an issue or otherwise have questions, please contact [email protected]

As an equal opportunity employer, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (“Take-Two”) is committed to fostering and celebrating the diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds of its talent, partners, and communities throughout its organization. Consistent with this commitment, Take-Two does not discriminate or retaliate against any employee or job applicant because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, and genetic information (including family medical history), or on the basis of any other trait protected by applicable law. If you need to report a concern or have questions regarding Take-Two’s equal opportunity commitment, please contact  [email protected].

The pay range for this position in New York at the start of employment is expected to be between $103,700 and $153,500 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for employees in regular roles may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, provided that temporary or intern roles will not be eligible for many of these payments or benefits. Details of participation in compensation and benefit plans (if applicable) will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.If hired, employee will be in an ~at-will position~ and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.