Manager, M&A Technology

Manchester Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you support complex M&A technology assignments within the Transaction Services division. You’ll conduct IT health assessments, exit readiness reviews, and support buy-side, sell-side, IPO, and refinancing projects from start to finish. You’ll collaborate with senior stakeholders to drive actions, manage risks, and deliver deal-relevant insights. You’ll work across sectors, helping clients navigate IT-related value creation during transactions and separations. This role offers exposure to large, high-profile deals and cross-functional teamwork with a focus on growth and impact.

Pay / Benefits

hybrid working policy
flexible working arrangements
return-to-work coaching option
support for wellbeing
career development opportunities
inclusive culture

Responsibilities

Leading and/or contributing to pre-deal, post-deal and separation engagements across sectors
Delivering and reviewing high-quality transaction reports and M&A work products
Providing day-to-day Programme Management Office support to IT workstreams
Engaging with client senior management to drive action, risk management and decision making
Conducting IT data analysis (cost data, contracts, qualitative information)
Supporting the development of transaction documents (e.g., Transitional Service Agreements, status reports)
Identifying IT synergies and costs within larger teams or smaller engagements
Developing expertise in reporting to executives, running workshops, benefits tracking, change control and stakeholder management
Growing consulting skills in strategic thinking, programme and change management
Drawing on broad IT knowledge to provide deal-relevant recommendations
Owning quality and risk management per Deloitte guidelines
Contributing to practice and business development (thought leadership / sales materials)
Collaborating effectively in diverse, inclusive teams

Key requirements

Experience of transactions, ideally IT Due Diligence and/or IT post-merger integration, separation/carve-out assignments
Strong understanding of IT functions (strategy/governance, EA, app development, systems integration, service delivery, IT infra, IT cost modelling)
Excellent academic background or equivalent experience
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Experience working with senior-level stakeholders
Excellent communication skills
Strong presentation skills
Desirable: IT experience in industry, consulting, or professional services; experience with business model analysis and target operating models; experience with Private Equity and Corporate transactions; experience designing/delivering IT programs; experience with change management and transformation initiatives