Corporate Development Analyst Jobs in California

Corporate Development Analyst jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, biotechnology, private equity, and media across a broad range from entry-level associates through senior directors. San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego account for the largest share of openings, where employers like Apple, Alphabet, and Broadcom maintain corporate development teams that recruit consistently. Deal origination, M&A execution, and strategic partnerships are the most in-demand specialties within the role. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles45
Top employerAMD
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring21
Work type71% Hybrid
Top industryElectronics

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Salesforce
Senior Manager, Corporate Development
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Senior Manager, Corporate Development
Salesforce
San Francisco, California
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$150k - $248k/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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Beta Bionics, Inc.
Senior Analyst, Corporate Development & Investor Relations
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Senior Analyst, Corporate Development & Investor Relations
Beta Bionics, Inc.
San Diego, California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$100k - $180k/yr
Master's degree in business administration

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Corporate Development & Market Strategy Lead
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Corporate Development & Market Strategy Lead
The Semios Group
Fresno, California
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$108k - $164k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree in business administration

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Intuit
Summer 2027: MBA Corporate Strategy & Development Intern
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Summer 2027: MBA Corporate Strategy & Development Intern
Intuit
Mountain View, California
Enterprise Sales
Inside Sales
Sales
$52 - $65/hr
Hybrid
10,000+

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Google
Executive Business Partner, Corporate Development
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Executive Business Partner, Corporate Development
Google
Mountain View, California
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Program Management
$117k - $170k/yr
10,000+

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Corporate Development Analyst Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Jose
4 jobs
San Diego
4 jobs
Sunnyvale
2 jobs
Long Beach
2 jobs
Foster City
2 jobs
Santa Clara
2 jobs
Mountain View
2 jobs
Fresno
1 job

Corporate Development Analyst Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

AMD
AMD2 open roles
Visa
Visa2 open roles
archer
archer2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Medical Devices
  • Technology & Software
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in corporate development analyst jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or accounting from an accredited institution
  • Two or more years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or management consulting
  • Demonstrated ability to build financial models including DCF, LBO, and merger models
  • Experience conducting due diligence and supporting end-to-end M&A transaction processes
  • Strong proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools used in deal execution
  • Familiarity with California's technology and life sciences M&A landscape and deal conventions

Corporate Development Analyst Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a corporate development analyst in California?

Most corporate development analyst roles in California require a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field, typically from a UC or CSU campus or a private university. No state-issued license is required for the role itself. Employers in California's technology and biotech sectors strongly favor candidates who have completed a finance or banking internship, a CFA Level I credential, or coursework in valuation and M&A, which signal readiness for deal work from day one.

How much do corporate development analysts make in California?

Corporate development analysts in California earn a median of about $101,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,360 for the lowest 10% to over $174,970 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire corporate development analysts in California?

Employers hiring corporate development analysts in California right now include AMD, Visa, and archer, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's dense concentration of publicly traded technology companies and well-funded life sciences firms means corporate development teams here work on acquisitions and strategic investments at a scale rarely matched in other states.

Which California cities have the most corporate development analyst jobs?

San Francisco, San Jose, and San Diego have the most corporate development analyst openings in California. San Francisco and its neighboring Bay Area cities drive volume through the headquarters of major technology companies, while Los Angeles attracts openings from media, entertainment, and consumer brands, and San Diego draws postings from a large cluster of publicly traded biotechnology and medical device firms.

Are there remote corporate development analyst jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most financial roles, given that analysis and modeling can be done independently. About 81% of corporate development analyst openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting an ongoing shift among technology and private equity employers. The most remote-friendly parts of the role are financial modeling and research, while due diligence and deal meetings generally require in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a corporate development analyst in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a financial analyst or investment banking analyst role first, then moving into corporate development once you have deal exposure. Large California technology firms like Google and Meta, as well as major investment banks with California offices, run structured analyst programs that accept new graduates and serve as a direct pipeline into corporate development. Building a discounted cash flow model on a real California company and earning a CFA Level I credential strengthens any entry-level application considerably.

Where can I find and apply to corporate development analyst jobs in California?

You can find and apply to corporate development analyst jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your background and experience and apply directly to each one without creating a profile or signing up first.

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