Senior Consultant, Mergers & Acquisitions

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><strong><span class="TextRun SCXW237594961 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW237594961 BCX0">Are you ready to make an impact?</span></span></strong></span></p></div><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">West Monroe is seeking an experienced consulting analyst with prior experience in and a strong passion for technology Mergers and Acquisitions to join our London office and Mergers and Acquisitions practice.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">As Senior Consultant in our Mergers and Acquisitions practice, you will serve Private Equity and Strategic clients across the transaction life cycle – from platform acquisitions to mergers/integrations to corporate divestiture/carve-out transactions, including sell-side readiness, pre-close technology and operations due diligence, Day 1 readiness planning, and post-close technology execution management.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">In addition to client delivery, you will have the opportunity to assist with business development (hunting new clients and building relationship with existing), along with contributing to internal practice development leadership.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Senior Consultants within West Monroe have three main responsibilities:</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><u>Client Delivery</u></span></p> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Support teams serving Private Equity and Corporate Strategic buyers while demonstrating advisory capabilities with high level client counterparts such as CTOs, CIOs, and&nbsp;Technology Operating Partners</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Contribute to fast-paced technology due diligence engagements for Private Equity clients, with an ability to evaluate the technology systems and operations of a business and identify compliance, operations, revenue, and growth risks</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Play a key role in technology planning, strategy, and post-close engagements in complex transactions (post-merger integration and carve-out/divestitures) focused on Product&nbsp;Strategy, Target Operating Model development, cloud migration, digital transformation, and other value-based initiatives</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Interface with all levels of business and technology leadership at clients</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="450" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">Leverage AI tools to accelerate analysis, synthesize complex information, and support data-driven recommendations for clients,</span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">exercising sound judgment in evaluating outputs.</span>​</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="450" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">Apply AI technologies (e.g., generative AI, automation tools, data models) to enhance insights, improve delivery efficiency, and</span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">elevate the quality of client outcomes.</span></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><u>Practice Development</u></span></p> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Build data-driven methodologies and assets for evaluating software businesses in a due diligence capacity, and manage related internal initiatives</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Enhance analysis and presentation frameworks used in technology due diligence and technology advisory engagements</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Collaborate with a team of software, infrastructure, and security architects and consultants in order to elevate the technology advisory capabilities of the M&amp;A team&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Actively participate in the performance management process</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Actively participate in recruiting and retaining top quality consultants</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Assist with company campus and experienced recruiting&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><u>Business Development</u></span></p> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Support opportunities to provide prospects and clients with post-close technology advisory for middle-market technology businesses; collaborate with practice partners to support these opportunities</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Create work plans, pricing estimates, and risk assessments for prospects</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Actively participate in M&amp;A industry events</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Understand client investment needs/constraints and help tailor proposals appropriately to meet their needs</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Attend networking events and actively build and leverage a professional network and affiliate network in the local community&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Qualifications:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">4+ years participating in team-based, client-facing management or technology consulting or IT M&amp;A experience at corporate strategic client is preferred</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experienced in specific technology sub-sectors (e.g., FinTech, Healthcare IT, Marketing Tech, etc.) preferred, but not mandatory</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experience in a M&amp;A-centric role, preferably with Private Equity investors, and with experience in SaaS or software company mergers/integrations, and/or carve-outs/divestitures</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span class="LineBox SCXP201833116 BCX0"><span class="TextRun SCXP201833116 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXP201833116 BCX0">Experience integrating AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) into day-to-day workflows to enhance productivity and insight generation, coupled </span></span></span><span class="LineBox SCXP201833116 BCX0"><span class="TextRun SCXP201833116 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXP201833116 BCX0">with strong critical thinking to assess accuracy, mitigate bias, and ensure high-quality </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXP201833116 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXP201833116 BCX0">outputs</span></span></span></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">In-depth knowledge of project planning methodologies and software development life cycles&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent required</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Strong analytical, problem solving, and quality assurance experience</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Strong communication skills to be able to work with C-level clients</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ability to travel up to 50%</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">A commitment to inclusion and diversity, and openness to new ideas and perspectives</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><u>The below applies to all job opportunities listed in the United Kingdom:</u></strong></p> <p><strong>West Monroe Partners is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer&nbsp;</strong><br>We believe in treating each employee and applicant for employment fairly and with dignity. We base our employment decisions on merit, experience, and potential, without regard to race, colour, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by law. To learn more, please visit <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/easy-read-the-equality-act-making-equality-real">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/easy-read-the-equality-act-making-equality-real</a></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p>&nbsp;</p> <h3><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">Other consultancies talk at you.</span><br><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">At West Monroe, we work with you.</span></h3> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">We’re a global business and technology consulting firm passionate about creating measurable value for our clients, delivering real-world solutions.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">The combination of business and technology is not new, but how we bring them together is unique. We’re fluent in both. We know that technology alone is not the answer, but how we apply it is. We rely on data to constantly adapt and solve new challenges. Actions that work today with outcomes that generate value for years to come.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">At West Monroe, we zero in on the heart of the opportunity, getting to results faster and preparing people for what’s next.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">You’ll feel the difference in how we work. We show up personally. We’re right there in the room with you, co-creating through the challenges. With West Monroe, collaboration isn’t a lofty promise, but a daily action. We work together with you to turn vision into clear action with lasting impact.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">West Monroe</span></strong><strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;</span></strong><strong><span data-contrast="auto">is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer </span></strong>&nbsp;</span><br><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><span data-contrast="auto">We believe in treating each employee and applicant for employment fairly and with dignity. We base our employment decisions on merit, experience, and potential, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. To learn more about diversity, equity and inclusion at West Monroe, visit </span><a style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);" href="http://www.westmonroe.com/inclusion"><span data-contrast="none">www.westmonroe.com/inclusion</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in our recruiting process, please inquire by sending an email to <a href="mailto:recruiting@westmonroe.com">recruiting@westmonroe.com</a>.</span></span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">Please review our <a href="https://www.westmonroe.com/ai-use-policy" target="_blank">current policy regarding use of generative artificial intelligence during the application process</a>.</span></span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><span data-contrast="auto">If you are based in California, we encourage you to read West Monroe’s Notice at Collection for California residents, provided pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and linked </span><a style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);" href="https://www.westmonroe.com/privacy-policy/applicant-ccpa"><span data-contrast="none">here</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></span></p></div>