Senior Integration Principal to support large acquisition with client in the Insurance Industry

S I Systems; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Senior Integration Principal to drive post-merger integration initiatives in Toronto. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, managing complex integration programs, and ensuring operational alignment after a significant acquisition. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience, advanced analytical skills, and proficiency in project management tools. Strong stakeholder communication is essential for success in this dynamic position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in post-merger integration or corporate transformation, ideally within financial services or management consulting.
• Proven track record leading large, complex integration programs end-to-end.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of post-merger integration initiatives across various business lines.
• Track, report, and drive synergy realization and performance metrics.
• Provide regular updates and insights to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Post-merger integration

Corporate transformation

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication capabilities

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet)

Visio

Job description

Senior Integration Principal to support large acquisition with client in the Insurance Industry

Work Model: Toronto is preferred. Open to Waterloo office if strong candidate (Mon-Thurs onsite, Friday from home)

Overview:

We’re seeking a Senior Integration Principal to lead post-merger integration initiatives within a complex, cross-functional environment. This role will support enterprise-level integration following a recent acquisition, ensuring operational alignment and synergy realization across multiple business units.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and execution of post-merger integration initiatives across various business lines and corporate functions.
• Develop and manage integration roadmaps, tracking milestones and deliverables.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between operations, finance, IT, HR, and strategy teams.
• Identify and resolve integration issues, risks, and dependencies.
• Track, report, and drive synergy realization and performance metrics.
• Support change management and communication activities to align teams and promote cultural integration.
• Provide regular updates and insights to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Must-Haves:

• 10+ years of experience in post-merger integration or corporate transformation, ideally within financial services or management consulting.
• Proven track record leading large, complex integration programs end-to-end.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication capabilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools (e.g., MS Project or Smartsheet).
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Nice-to-Haves / Plusses:

• Experience within the insurance industry or other regulated financial sectors.
• Familiarity with Visio or other process mapping tools.
• Strong change management or organizational effectiveness background.
• Demonstrated ability to drive synergy capture and operational optimization post-acquisition.

Additional Notes:

• This role is focused exclusively on post-merger integration (not pre-deal or financial due diligence activities).
• Ideal for candidates who excel in fast-paced, high-visibility programs and can influence outcomes across multiple workstreams.