Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions (Merger & Carve‑Out Services)

<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>Our&nbsp;<strong>Mergers and Acquisitions Practice (M&amp;A)</strong>&nbsp;is seeking a&nbsp;<strong>Manager</strong>&nbsp;to join our rapidly growing&nbsp;<strong>Merger &amp; Carveout Services (MCS)</strong>&nbsp;team. This role will advise Private Equity and Corporate clients across industries on mergers and divestiture/carve-out transactions with both an IT and cross-functional lens. Areas of focus for IT include domain knowledge in business applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and IT organization. Cross-functional areas of focus include HR, Finance &amp; Accounting, Sales &amp; Marketing, and Operations.</p> <p>In this dynamic role, you will manage engagements through complex M&amp;A transactions, from initial strategy and due diligence to integration/separation and post-deal activities including buy-side and sell-side engagements, mergers, integrations, and divestitures. This role requires strong business acumen, technical expertise, and the ability to deliver actionable recommendations aligned with client objectives.</p> <p><strong>Primary Responsibilities</strong></p> <p><strong>Client Delivery</strong></p> <ul> <li>Manage engagements across the transaction lifecycle, including due diligence, pre-close planning, and post-close integration and carve-out execution.</li> <li>Deliver insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders through concise, executive-ready deliverables.</li> <li>Ensure project milestones are met through effective project management and quality assurance.</li> <li>Contribute to the development of templates, frameworks, and deliverables to ensure consistency and quality.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Program/Project Management</strong></p> <ul> <li>Manage Technology workstream planning/execution or program management office (e.g., IMO, SMO) overseeing multiple functions.</li> <li>Identify and mitigate risks, engage stakeholders, and ensure program success.</li> <li>Drive program economics, including budgeting and invoicing processes.</li> <li>Coordinate teams across internal M&amp;A functions, external buyer/seller teams, and third-party vendors.</li> <li>Facilitate steering committees and cross-functional team meetings in collaboration with senior leaders.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Practice Development</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support the development of methodologies for M&amp;A services, including due diligence, planning, and carve-outs.</li> <li>Mentor and coach junior team members, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration.</li> <li>Participate in recruiting efforts and assist with onboarding new team members.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Business Development</strong></p> <ul> <li>Contribute to business development efforts by supporting proposal creation and pricing models tailored to client needs.</li> <li>Build relationships with private equity and corporate clients to identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling.</li> <li>Collaborate across practices to scope and deliver solutions aligned with client objectives.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Functional/Domain Expertise</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support diligence activities, including TSA scoping, negotiations, and pricing, one-time and run-rate financial modeling, and standalone cost analysis.</li> <li>Provide oversight across workstreams to ensure alignment with client investment theses.</li> <li>Maintain expertise in IT systems, financial processes, and operational domains.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Core Competencies</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Analytics &amp; Tools</strong>: Leverage tools such as CapIQ, PitchBook, Smartsheet, PowerBI, and enterprise architecture tools.</li> <li><strong>Financial Acumen</strong>: Conduct financial assessments, including P&amp;L evaluations and cost modeling.</li> <li><strong>Communication</strong>: Deliver clear, impactful insights to stakeholders, fostering collaboration and trust.</li> <li><strong>Relationship Building</strong>: Build strong relationships internally and externally to drive engagement and project success.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>5–7 years of experience managing operational and/or IT projects, with exposure to M&amp;A transactions.</li> <li>Experience delivering insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders.</li> <li>Industry experience (e.g., Software, Healthcare, Consumer &amp; Industrial Products, Insurance) preferred but not mandatory.</li> <li>Expertise in financial modeling, project management methodologies, and business strategy.</li> <li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a track record of managing senior-level relationships.</li> <li>Ability to travel up to 50% for client engagements.</li> <li>Bachelor’s degree required; advanced certifications (e.g., LeanIX Practitioner) are a plus.</li> <li>Authorization to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.</li> <li>Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and openness to new perspectives.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p data-ccp-props="{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:557,&quot;335559731&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335562764&quot;:2,&quot;335562765&quot;:1,&quot;335562766&quot;:4,&quot;335562767&quot;:0,&quot;335562768&quot;:4,&quot;335562769&quot;:8.81}"><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">Based on pay transparency guidelines, the salary&nbsp;range for this role can&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">vary based on your proximity to one of our West Monroe offices (see&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">table below). Information on our competitive total rewards package,&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">including our bonus structure and benefits is&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.westmonroe.com/careers/benefits"><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">here</span></a><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">. Individual salaries are </span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">determined by evaluating a variety of factors including geography,&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">experience, skills, education, and internal equity.<br><br></span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic </span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">life insurance. Employees&nbsp;are able to&nbsp;enroll in our company’s 401k plan,&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">purchase shares from our employee stock ownership program and be eligible to&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">receive annual bonuses. Employees will also receive unlimited flexible time off&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">and ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental </span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">leave will also be available upon hire date.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div class="title">Seattle or Washington, D.C.</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$171,300</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$201,500 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Los Angeles</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$179,400</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$211,100 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">New York City or San Francisco</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$187,600</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$220,700 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">A location not listed above</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$163,100</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$191,900 USD</span></div></div></div><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. 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