Mergers And Acquisitions Manager in Purchase

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and Summary Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions Manager, Strategic Investments Job Description Summary The Manager, Strategic Investments is an integral member of the team driving all phases sourcing, executing and overseeing strategic investments at Mastercard. The qualified candidate will be a member of a highly visible team and responsible for driving investment efforts in the Start Path fund, while also assisting with broader strategic investments, and portfolio management. The position reports to VP, Mergers and Acquisitions (Minority Investments). The candidate will lead strategic minority investments Mastercard’s Start Path program with the following primary responsibilities: • Oversee the end-to-end Start Path investment process: including but not limited to business case development, cross-functional diligence, and negotiating transaction terms with founders • Evaluate strategic fit of prospective investments against Mastercard’s priorities, including asset enhancement, ecosystem reach, and engagement expansion • Prepare executive level materials for Investment Committee and senior leadership, including investment memos, strategic rationales, and risk/mitigant frameworks. • Manage the Start Path investment portfolio: (i) point of contact for founders, internal stakeholders, and executive sponsor