Director Corporate Development

Contribute to and lead strategic initiatives and transactions that directly influence the direction of Van Lanschot Kempen. You operate at the intersection of strategy development, M&A, and transaction execution. You combine deep analytical expertise with the ability to guide complex processes, always keeping a close eye on stakeholder dynamics. You work closely with senior management and the Executive Board. This is where you enjoy applying your talents as Director Strategy & Corporate Development at Van Lanschot Kempen.
In this role, you are responsible for initiating, leading, and delivering strategic and M&A projects from strategy development to implementation. You thrive in a small, close‑knit team and actively contribute to a collaborative working environment. You work closely with internal and external stakeholders and play a key role in shaping and executing our strategy and acquisition processes.

You will also be responsible for:

• shaping the strategy of Van Lanschot Kempen and guiding strategic projects and transformation initiatives, both substantively and in terms of process;

• supporting the business lines with strategic challenges and the execution and implementation of these initiatives;

• identifying, structuring, and executing M&A and partnership opportunities, including coordinating due‑diligence processes and negotiations with external parties;

• preparing decision‑making materials for various governance bodies (business cases, analyses, scenarios);

• applying AI solutions in your daily work to streamline processes and improve outcomes.

Your talents

You are highly analytical, critical, and able to create structure and connect insights into a coherent whole. That is how we would best describe you as Director Strategy & Corporate Development. You use your talents to understand complex issues and translate them into concrete, impactful recommendations. You know how to engage stakeholders at all levels and independently manage projects in a dynamic environment.

You also bring:

• 10–15 years of work experience, including at least 3–5 years of relevant experience in strategy consulting, corporate development, M&A, or a role in which you developed similar skills;

• demonstrable experience in leading complex projects and/or transactions;

• in‑depth knowledge of the wealth and/or asset management market, the VLK organisation (and its business units), and the associated organisational sensitivities;

• strong financial and analytical skills;

• experience applying AI tools in your daily work;

• excellent command of the English language (Dutch is a plus), both written and spoken;

• legal knowledge in the field of M&A is an advantage.
  

And you are able to:

• clearly distinguish between main and secondary issues and set priorities;

• translate complex matters into clear and structured output;

• engage and convince stakeholders at various levels;

• work effectively with PowerPoint and Excel at a high professional level.

Move ahead at Van Lanschot Kempen

Together with a wide range of clients, we invest more sustainably, future‑focused, and data‑driven, both nationally and internationally. With nearly 300 years of experience, we turn that ambition into reality at Van Lanschot Kempen. We do so with around 2,300 colleagues across various areas of expertise.

The Strategy & Corporate Development team plays a central role in shaping and executing the strategy of Van Lanschot Kempen. The team works directly for the Executive Board and acts as a key hub for strategic decision‑making, M&A, and transformation initiatives. The focus lies on value creation, growth, and innovation.

The level of innovation and agility of an organisation is partly determined by the diversity of its workforce. Our differences make us stronger. We foster an inclusive working environment in which all colleagues feel at home. With us, you can simply be who you are and we are proud of that.

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Not sure if you meet all the requirements? No worries we encourage you to apply anyway. At Van Lanschot Kempen, we are always looking for people with diverse perspectives and experiences to strengthen our team.