Corporate Development Manager Jobs in California

Corporate Development Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, entertainment, financial services, and life sciences across a seniority range from analyst-level to senior director. The heaviest hiring happens in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where companies like Apple, Google, and Wells Fargo maintain major operations and regularly seek corporate development managers for M&A execution, strategic partnerships, and venture investment. In-demand specialties include technology-driven M&A, strategic alliance structuring, and venture and growth equity transactions. 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 Manager 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 Manager 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 manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or economics, with MBA strongly preferred by California employers
  • Three or more years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or management consulting
  • Demonstrated experience leading end-to-end M&A transactions including due diligence and integration
  • Financial modeling proficiency in DCF, LBO, and comparable company analysis
  • Experience managing cross-functional deal teams across legal, finance, and operations
  • Familiarity with California's technology or life sciences sector and its competitive deal landscape

Corporate Development Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a corporate development manager in California?

The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or business, followed by several years in investment banking, private equity, or strategy consulting before moving into a corporate development role. California employers, particularly in technology and life sciences, strongly favor candidates with an MBA from a recognized program. No state-issued license is required to work as a corporate development manager in California, but CFA designation can strengthen a candidacy.

Which companies hire corporate development managers in California?

Employers hiring corporate development managers in California right now include AMD, Visa, and archer, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's deep concentration of technology headquarters, entertainment studios, and biotech companies means corporate development teams here tend to focus on high-velocity M&A and strategic partnership activity year-round.

Which California cities have the most corporate development manager jobs?

San Francisco, San Jose, and San Diego have the most corporate development manager openings in California. The Bay Area's concentration of major technology and venture-backed companies drives the bulk of demand, while Los Angeles draws heavily from entertainment, media, and consumer brands, and San Diego's robust biotech and defense sectors generate steady corporate development hiring of their own.

Are there remote corporate development manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than many finance roles, since much of the work involves analysis, modeling, and stakeholder communication that translates well to remote settings. About 81% of corporate development manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the broader flexibility technology and financial services employers in the state have extended to senior analytical roles. Deal execution and integration phases, however, still tend to require in-person presence.

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

The most realistic entry point is a rotational finance or strategy analyst program at a large California technology or healthcare company, where participants gain exposure to M&A and partnerships before moving into a dedicated corporate development role. Companies like Salesforce, Kaiser Permanente, and major Bay Area technology firms run structured associate and rotational programs that regularly feed into corporate development teams. A strong financial modeling portfolio, progress toward a CFA, or an MBA from a California program significantly improves competitiveness for these openings.

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

You can find and apply to corporate development manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and target location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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