Corporate Development Manager

Trustly is leading the human-centric payments revolution. To us, this means passionately building the most convenient, intelligent and responsible way of paying for things online. Whether it’s for shopping, paying subscriptions, funding trading accounts, booking airfare, playing online games and much more – we’re all about a better way to pay. At our core, we are a tech company with industry-leading tech capabilities. But, it’s the ingenuity of our people that makes us leaders in our field. Thus, our appetite for innovation will never be anything less than fierce. Trustly is steadily growing as it connects thousands of businesses with hundreds of millions of people. And with a strong presence across Europe and the Americas, we are leading the human-centric payment revolution as a truly global team.

About the Corporate Development team

The Corporate Development team plays a key role in shaping Trustly’s long-term growth strategy. The team focuses on identifying and executing strategic initiatives, including investments, and M&A opportunities. Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, Corporate Development drives high-impact projects that help scale the business globally. The role is located in Trustly’s London office, with occasional need for travel to our HQ in Stockholm, and other global offices.

What you'll do

• Identify and evaluate strategic opportunities, including investments, and M&A
• Conduct market research, financial analysis, and competitive assessments to support decision-making
• Build business cases and financial models to assess the impact of potential initiatives
• Lead and support due diligence efforts across functional areas
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Product, Legal, Finance, etc.) to drive deal execution
• Prepare materials for executive-level discussions and board presentations
• Analyse and report on market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments
• Support post-deal integration efforts and measure success of strategic initiatives
  

• 3 - 6 years of experience in a Corporate Development or Corporate Strategy role at a top-tier strategy consultancy, private equity / venture capital firm, or tech company
• Ideally experience executing M&A activities (e.g., prospecting, deal process, due diligence, post-merger integration)
• Experience in strategy definition, growth strategy, or cost optimisation is a plus
• Prior experience in a tech company is preferred; experience in the payments or fintech industry is a bonus, but not required
• Demonstrated track record of high performance, reflected in strong ratings and career progression (e.g., timely promotions)
• Holds an undergraduate degree or higher from a top-tier university
• Strategic, analytical thinker with strong communication skills and a proactive, impact-driven mindset
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Collaborative and able to influence stakeholders at all levels
  

Our Fantastic Benefits

? 20 to 30 days of holiday (depending on location) to support a healthy work-life balance

? Monthly team outing allowance to enjoy social events with your colleagues

? Parental leave top-up additional support for new parents

☕ O n-site perks to make your workday smoother

? Well being support our health allowance covers gym memberships, massages, and much more to help you feel your best

PLUS additional benefits designed to enhance your work-life experience!

Shape Your Role and Make an Impact

Join a dynamic environment where you can take ownership, drive change, and continuously embrace new challenges. We’re looking for dedicated and highly motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy collaborating across different areas of the organisation.

If your skills and experience align with this role, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and submit your CV in English.