Manager (Associate / VP / Director) - M&A Integration PE-backed SaaS technology firm

Our client is a leading PE-backed SaaS technology firm revolutionising the ERP landscape. Following significant and continued investment, they are scaling rapidly through strategic acquisitions worldwide. Their innovative cloud-based solutions empower businesses across industries to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and drive growth.

The Opportunity:

Due to their ambitious growth strategy, they are now seeking an experienced candidate to join their small specialist M&A Integration team. This is a pivotal role within the expanding organisation as they continue to identify and integrate complementary businesses globally.

Key Responsibilities:

• You'll be instrumental in driving successful integration programmes post-acquisition, working across multiple international deals simultaneously.
• Leading or supporting complex integration workstreams from due diligence through to completion and post-merger implementation.
• Developing and executing detailed integration plans that maximise synergy capture while minimising business disruption.
• Collaborating with functional leads across technology, finance, HR, and operations to ensure seamless integration of people, processes, and systems.
• Creating robust governance frameworks and reporting mechanisms to track integration progress against key milestones.
• Identifying and mitigating integration risks through proactive planning and swift resolution.
• Building relationships with senior stakeholders across newly acquired businesses to facilitate cultural alignment and knowledge transfer.
• Establishing best practices and continuous improvement of the integration methodology.

Candidate requirements:

• Significant M&A integration experience potentially from a Big 4 consultancy, boutique advisory firm, or equivalent corporate environment (or internal).
• Proven track record managing or supporting complex, cross-border integrations.
• Ideally a strong understanding of SaaS business models and technology integration challenges.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at C-suite level.
• Outstanding project management capabilities and experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Commercial acumen with the ability to identify and realise synergy opportunities.
• Adaptability and resilience when working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required for on-site integration activities.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with significant performance-based bonus structure.
• Unparalleled exposure to international M&A deals across diverse markets.
• Accelerated career progression in a rapidly expanding organisation.
• Flexible working arrangements with a modern approach to work-life balance.

If you're looking to leverage your experience in a commercial environment where you can truly influence outcomes, please apply today.