Eaton is currently seeking a Corporate Development & Planning Associate to join our team. Since 2019, this team has made 12 acquisition and deployed nearly $7B while simultaneously divesting 4 businesses for nearly $5B. These transactions have reshaped our portfolio and positioned Eaton for higher growth, higher margins, and more consistent earnings. This position is based at our headquarters in Beachwood, Ohio. Relocation is available. Position Overview: Eaton is a power management company made up of over 92,000 employees, doing business in more than 175 countries. The primary function of this position is to actively contribute to Eaton’s corporate development and corporate strategy initiatives. These activities shape some of the company’s biggest decisions and require thought leadership and strong financial acumen, strategic thinking, and communication skills. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. In this role you will: Conducts analysis to understand and frame thinking on key strategic issues to drive strategy for the entire corporation Studies companies / markets / industries and assesses attractiveness to determine areas for acquisition or divestiture and recommends appropriate action Leads industry analysis and acquisition target identification Develops compelling materials to advance and/or advocate our corporate strategy Develops accurate and efficient financial models for valuations, benchmarking, and planning purposes Support presentation of valuation and strategy work to senior leadership Performs detailed valuations on acquisition / divestiture opportunities Leads due diligence efforts across corporate functional and business operating teams Supports contract negotiations Supports transition plan to integration teams When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Master’s degree from an accredited institution Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship Preferred Qualifications Top tier MBA strongly preferred 1 year or more of post-MBA work experience in corporate development, corporate strategic planning, consulting, or investment banking 4 years or more of professional work experience Position Criteria Ability to complete complex financial analysis Advanced strategic agility and business acumen Working knowledge of valuation models and methodologies Track record of project leadership skills and experience Well-developed written and verbal communications skills Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site. Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites) Healthcare/retirement savings programs Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico) Eaton also considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com #LI-DT1 Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com What you will get from us Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees. We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Job: Development Planning Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico Organization: Corporate Sector Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No Does this position offer relocation?: Relocation from within hiring country only Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time