Vice President Of Business Development/Corporate Development

Location: Atlanta, GA (with extensive travel)

About Ascend Plastic Surgery Partners: Ascend Plastic Surgery Partners is an emerging leader in the plastic surgery and aesthetics sector, currently encompassing 5 plastic surgery practices and 2 med-spas across 4 states. Our mission is to expand nationally, establishing a robust pipeline of potential partnerships to foster growth and excellence in patient care. Our core values of Excellence, Compassion, Community, Accountability, and being part of a Winning Team guide our operations and our approach to patient care,
collaboration, and corporate culture.

Role Summary: The Vice Presidentof Business Development/Corporate Development will play a pivotal role in driving Ascend Plastic Surgery Partners' growth through strategic partnerships, acquisitions, and integration. This position requires a dynamic, highly motivated individual capable of working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate discussions with doctors and attendance at trade shows. The role demands up to 60% travel time, alongside a commitment to be in the office at least 4 days a week in Atlanta when not traveling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all aspects of the business development process from target identification, pipeline building, due diligence, deal structuring, negotiation, to practice closing.
• Direct a small team of Senior Analysts, providing leadership and oversight to ensure strategic objectives are met.
• Foster relationships with medical practices, specializing in plastic surgery and aesthetics, to explore and secure partnership or acquisition opportunities.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams, including M&A lawyers, investment bankers, lenders, accounting firms, and various partners (e.g., benefits providers, payroll services) to facilitate deals.
• Engage in extensive travel to meet with potential partners, conduct due diligence, and represent Ascend at industry trade shows and conferences.
• Ensure that all business development activities align with Ascend's values and commitment to excellence, compassion, community, accountability, and team success.

Qualifications:

• 3-5+ years of experience in Corporate Development/Business Development within a fast-growing, acquisition-oriented company, preferably private equity-owned.
• Proven track record in investment banking and/or private equity, with a strong emphasis on due diligence and deal structuring.
• Demonstrated experience in working with medical practices, ideally within the specialty doctors or related fields.
• Excellent leadership skills with experience managing small teams.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, capable of working collaboratively across functions and with external partners.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and challenging environment that respects work-life balance and flexibility.
• Opportunity to be at the forefront of transforming the plastic surgery and aesthetics industry.
• A collaborative culture that values individual contributions to team success and patient care.
• Competitive compensation package, including bonus potential and comprehensive benefits.

Ascend Plastic Surgery Partners is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Travel requirement:

• Travel

Ability to Relocate:

• Atlanta, GA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person