M&A Integration Manager – Transformation
Location: Remote or Hybrid | Compensation: Commensurate with Experience
Position Overview
We are seeking a strategic and execution-focused M&A Integration Manager – Transformation to lead the end-to-end integration lifecycle of acquisitions—from pre-acquisition planning and Day 1 readiness through full post-close execution. You will manage the Transaction Service Agreement (TSA), coordinate across functions, and drive transformation in alignment with strategic objectives. Experience at a top advisory firm is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
Pre-Acquisition & Deal Planning
- Develop integration strategy and define the value creation roadmap.
- Lead the drafting and negotiation of the Transaction Service Agreement (TSA), ensuring scope, exit strategy, and service levels are aligned.
- Conduct due diligence on business operations, systems, culture, and people-related risks.
- Build integration models, scenarios, and playbooks that anticipate operational impacts.
Day 1 and Operational Readiness
- Drive Day 1 planning across functions to ensure seamless continuity and minimal disruption.
- Create readiness checklists, identify interdependencies, and proactively mitigate integration risks.
- Manage logistics, communications, and onboarding between legacy and acquiring organizations.
Post-Close Integration & Transformation Execution
- Lead Integration Management Office (IMO) activities, tracking progress across workstreams.
- Manage the execution of integration plans across HR, Finance, IT, Operations, and other functional areas.
- Track synergy realization and ROI metrics; update leadership on status and risks.
- Implement change management strategies to align teams and cultures.
Governance & Communication
- Serve as the central point of contact for integration communication and reporting.
- Support executive steering committees with progress updates, issue tracking, and decision support.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and escalation handling.
Leadership & Capability Building
- Mobilize cross-functional teams and manage through influence, ambiguity, and complexity.
- Share integration best practices and support the development of future M&A integration capabilities.
- Provide coaching and guidance to junior staff and functional leaders involved in the integration.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field; MBA preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in M&A integration, corporate transformation, or transaction execution.
- Demonstrated experience with TSAs, Day 1 execution, and full-cycle post-close integration.
- Background in a top-tier advisory firm (Big Four, consulting boutiques, or M&A-focused groups) preferred.
- Strong program and project management skills; PMP or Lean Six Sigma a plus.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
- Business acumen including synergy modeling, financial understanding, and ROI tracking.
- Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and navigate ambiguity.
Preferred
- Experience in cross-border or global M&A integrations.
- Familiarity with carve-outs, divestitures, and IPO readiness.
- Functional depth in HR, Finance, IT systems, or operational excellence.
- Legal or compliance exposure related to TSAs or regulatory filing requirements.
Why This Role Matters
This role sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, and execution. You will be a key player in translating the deal thesis into real-world outcomes, ensuring that our acquisitions deliver the intended value—seamlessly, quickly, and measurably.
