Summary/objective:
As an M&A Integration Specialist, your primary responsibility will be to ensure a seamless transition and successful integration of acquired companies into our organization. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage timelines, and oversee critical integration tasks.
Essential functions:
- Develop detailed integration plans including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
- Coordinate with functional leads (IT, HR, Finance, Legal, etc.) to align integration efforts.
- Identify potential risks and mitigation strategies during the integration process.
- Assign integration tasks to relevant team members and track progress.
- Facilitate communication between departments to ensure smooth execution.
- Monitor task dependencies and resolve bottlenecks.
- Manage online task management system and file rooms for active integrations.
- Work closely with management to address cultural shifts and employee concerns.
- Communicate integration updates to employees and stakeholders.
- Foster a positive and collaborative environment during the transition.
- Assess the success of integration efforts post-merger.
- Gather feedback from stakeholders and identify areas for improvement.
- Implement lessons learned for future M&A activities.
Competencies:
- Project Management: Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage complex projects.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise with various teams.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
- Adaptability: Flexibility is essential as M&A integrations can be dynamic.
- Negotiation: Resolve conflicts and negotiate solutions effectively.
Required experience:
- Proven experience in managing M&A integration projects or similar roles.
- Familiarity with project management tools and techniques.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams.
Required education:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
Supervisory responsibilities:
- Supervise and coordinate activities of team members involved in integration tasks.
- Provide guidance and support to ensure project milestones are achieved.
Expectations:
- Within 30 Days:
- Understand the company’s M&A integration process and key stakeholders.
- Familiarize with ongoing integration projects and current status.
- Build relationships with team members and functional leads.
- Begin assisting with the coordination of tasks and meetings.
- Within 90 Days:
- Take ownership of specific integration tasks and projects.
- Develop detailed integration plans for new acquisitions.
- Identify and address any immediate risks or challenges in ongoing projects.
- Provide regular updates and reports to management on integration progress.
- Within 1 Year:
- Successfully lead the integration of multiple acquisitions from start to finish.
- Establish best practices and processes for future M&A integrations.
- Demonstrate measurable improvements in integration efficiency and effectiveness.
- Mentor and guide new team members on the integration process.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
Experience:
- Project management: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: Remote