Manager Strategy and Business Development
At a glance
Mid-level Business Development role at Lifespacecommunities. Dallas · full-time · $123,800–$170,300 base.
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What you'll do
- Lead strategic work from initial concept through implementation, shaping recommendations for executive decisions
- Create complex models for acquisitions, joint ventures, affiliations, ventures, and scenario-based forecasts
- Assess acquisition prospects, partnerships, markets, competitors, and investment cases across due diligence workstreams
- Coordinate Finance, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Clinical, and Technology leaders around KPIs, OKRs, timelines, and delivery
- Evaluate new markets and business lines while supporting build, buy, or partner choices and growth launches
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related discipline
- Four to eight years of professional experience in strategy, finance, investing, consulting, or related work
- Experience with M&A, due diligence, business cases, strategic planning, or OKRs is highly preferred
Who this fits
This role suits an analytically strong business professional who can turn financial analysis into executive recommendations and carry strategic projects through execution. You’ll work directly with senior leaders across multiple functions and are expected to influence decisions, coordinate stakeholders, and drive measurable outcomes. The position is based at the Texas Support Center in Dallas.
From the employer
Community:
Texas Support CenterAddress:
3501 Olympus BoulevardDallas, Texas 75019Pay Range
$123,800.00-$170,300.00+ AnnualHelp Shape What’s Next. Drive Strategy That Matters.
At Lifespace Communities, we’re not just managing growth, we’re redefining the future of senior living. We’re looking for a high-performing, analytically driven business leader ready to make an impact as our Manager, Strategy & Business Development.
If you thrive in investment banking, consulting, private equity, corporate finance, or strategic growth environments and are looking to transition into a role where your work directly influences enterprise decisions, this is your opportunity.
This is not a back-office analysis role. You’ll partner directly with senior leaders across Finance, Operations, Technology, Sales, and Executive Leadership to evaluate major business opportunities, support M&A strategy, build sophisticated financial models, assess growth investments, and lead enterprise-wide initiatives that shape long-term business performance.
If you’re energized by solving complex business problems, influencing high-level decisions, and helping build what’s next, keep reading.
What You’ll Own
Drive Enterprise Strategy
Lead strategic projects from concept to execution
Evaluate enterprise growth opportunities and new business ventures
Build recommendations that influence executive decisions
Identify risks, opportunities, and operational improvement areas
Build Financial Models That Influence Real Decisions
Build complex financial models for:
M&A opportunities
Joint ventures
Strategic affiliations
New business ventures
Scenario and sensitivity analyses
Forecast revenue, profitability, and ROI
Translate financial insights into executive-ready recommendations and business cases
Support M&A, Partnerships & Growth Investments
Evaluate acquisition targets and growth opportunities
Support due diligence across financial, operational, legal, and regulatory workstreams
Conduct market sizing, competitive analysis, and business evaluations
Help shape investment rationale, deal structures, and partnership opportunities
Lead Cross-Functional Strategic Initiatives
Partner with leaders in Finance, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Clinical, and Technology
Facilitate alignment across teams and stakeholders
Track KPIs, OKRs, timelines, and enterprise priorities
Drive accountability, execution, and measurable outcomes
Explore New Business & Adjacent Growth Opportunities
Evaluate new markets, business lines, and partnerships
Support build vs. buy vs. partner strategic decisions
Conduct customer, market, and competitive research
Help launch new growth initiatives with operational leaders
What You Bring
We’re looking for someone who combines financial horsepower with strategic thinking and execution ability.
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field
4 to 8 years of professional experience
Highly Preferred, experience in:
Investment Banking
Private Equity
Leveraged Finance
Management Consulting
Corporate Strategy
M&A / Due Diligence experience
Business case development
Strategic planning / OKR experience
Industry experience in senior living, healthcare, or consumer services is helpful, but not required.
If you’re ready to turn insight into action, strategy into growth, and analysis into enterprise impact, apply today.
Lifespace has successfully served older adults for 50 years, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace team members, get ready to ignite your life and experience Our Space.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest nonprofit senior living organizations. For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day. At Lifespace, you'll find more than a career, you'll find an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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