Director-Strategy & Corporate Development
Dallas, Texas
About Forged Fiber
At Forged Fiber, our mission is bold but simple: deliver fast, reliable, future-proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. As we execute, we believe the right way to do something is the only way. This foundation guides how the company builds, operates, and maintains a state-of-the-art open-access fiber network platform that empowers millions.
Forged Fiber is about more than building a network. It is about people. Every role matters. Every contribution counts. Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence.
The Role
The Director of Strategy & Corporate Development sits at the center of FF37’s growth and value creation agenda. This role combines enterprise strategy, strategic execution, and corporate development—including evaluation and execution of strategic initiatives and investments, capital structure decisions, and inorganic activity.
This is a hands-on leadership role—not just defining strategy, but driving outcomes across the business.
FF37 is scaling rapidly while building a durable, capital-efficient platform. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, growth, and capital allocation, making it one of the highest-leverage positions in shaping the company’s trajectory.
Work Location- Hybrid, Dallas, TX
Key Responsibilities:
Enterprise Strategy & Execution
Lead development and refinement of FF37’s strategic roadmap
Translate priorities into executable initiatives across operations, IT, and the build engine
Drive cross-functional alignment and accountability on critical initiatives
Corporate Development
Identify, evaluate, and execute inorganic growth opportunities
Drive end-to-end deal processes: sourcing, diligence, valuation, structuring, and execution
Support integration of acquired assets or partnerships into FF37’s operating model
Strategic Initiatives & Transformation
Lead high-impact initiatives tied to growth, operational efficiency, and scalability
Solve complex, ambiguous problems across systems, markets, and delivery models
Drive transformation efforts across data, systems, and operating capabilities
Partner & Ecosystem Management
Support leadership in managing key relationships
Ensure alignment between commercial agreements and operational execution
Drive issue resolution and strategic alignment with external stakeholders
Capital Strategy & Financial Alignment
Partner with Finance on capital planning, investment prioritization, and funding strategy
Support decisions across equity, debt, and strategic capital allocation
Ensure initiatives and deals meet return and risk thresholds
Executive & Board Support
Develop board-level materials and investment cases
Synthesize complex topics into clear, decision-ready insights
- Support executive decision-making on strategic investments and priorities
Experience
7–10+ years in corporate strategy, corporate development, investment banking, or top-tier consulting
Experience in infrastructure, telecom, or other capital-intensive industries strongly preferred
Demonstrated track record of execution (M&A and/or strategic initiatives)
Skills & Expertise:
Strong financial and valuation skills (modeling, deal structuring, investment cases)
Ability to move from strategy to execution in a fast-scaling environment
Skilled at influencing senior stakeholders and leading cross-functional teams
High ownership mentality—comfortable leading from the front
Ownership mindset—drives outcomes, not just analysis
Comfortable operating in ambiguity and at pace
High credibility with senior leaders and external partners
Balances strategic thinking with operational pragmatism
Compensation
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.
Location Based Pay Ranges:
$175,000-$255,000
Forged Fiber offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.
What to Expect Next
Background Screening
If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements.
Forged Fiber 37 Services, LLC participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers can only use E‑Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I‑9.
Equal Employment Opportunities
It is the policy of Forged Fiber to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, martial status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. In addition, Forged Fiber will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, and is a fair change employer and does not initiate a background check until after an offer is made.
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Benefits
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- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Assistance
- Medical and dental plans
- Discounts
- Training & Development
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