Technology M&A Operational Governance Analyst

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.; Golden Horseshoe; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Technology Mergers and Acquisition Operational Analyst, where your expertise in project management and finance will drive the integration of technology systems during mergers. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring that technology assets align with strategic goals, while enjoying a hybrid work model. This dynamic role offers the chance to work with a diverse team dedicated to excellence, making a significant impact in the field of risk management. With competitive compensation and a commitment to inclusion, this opportunity is perfect for those eager to shape the future of technology in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Defined contribution pension scheme

Life insurance

Income protection

Health cash plan or Private medical insurance

Three fully paid volunteering days

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Discounted gym membership

Season ticket loan

Emergency back-up family care

Qualifications

• Experience in Technology/IT Project Management in a PMO role.
• Proven track record in IT/Technology M&A.
• Expertise in PMO governance and financial tracking.

Responsibilities

• Implement PMO governance and manage project lifecycles.
• Analyze data and track financial management.
• Oversee risk management and maintain project milestones.

Skills

Project Management

Financial Management

Risk Management

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or IT

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Planview

Job description

Introduction

Indulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless pursuit of excellence. As part of our team, you'll be the architect of protection, safeguarding businesses and empowering their ambitions. Together, we'll build a legacy of trust and triumph in the dynamic world of risk management.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

Overview

We are seeking a Technology Mergers and Acquisition Operational Analyst to lead PMO and operational efforts in supporting global integrations into Gallaghers technology infrastructure.

Gallagher's Technology M&A team plays a crucial role in the integration and optimisation of technology systems and processes during mergers and acquisitions. This team is responsible for ensuring that technology assets are effectively aligned with Gallagher's strategic goals and operational requirements.

This role demands expertise in finance management, resource planning, governance, and risk management.

We offer hybrid working model and the team are spread across the UK so we are open for applications from any location.

How you'll make an impact

• Implement PMO governance and controls.
• Manage project lifecycles and stakeholder relationships.
• Analyse information and interrogate data effectively.
• Track and report on financial management.
• Manage change requests and understand technical IT projects.
• Support project managers with governance documentation and BAU transitions.
• Oversee risk and issue management.
• Maintain project milestones and create reports and dashboards.
• Plan resources, including burndown management.

About you

• Previous experience gained working in Technology/IT Project Management in a PMO position.
• IT/Technology Mergers & Acquisition experience is required for this role.
• Relevant industry experience with a proven PMO delivery track record.
• Solid understanding of IT project support AND PMO governance expertise is essential.
• Proficient in Excel and MS Project.
• Excellent financial tracking and reporting skills.
• Experience with online project management tools (e.g., Planview).
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Compensation and benefits

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days
• Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to
• Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x
• Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up
• Health cash plan or Private medical insurance

Other benefits include:

• Three fully paid volunteering days per year
• Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount
• Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan
• Critical illness cover
• Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally
• Season ticket loan
• Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase
• Emergency back-up family care
• And many more…

We value inclusion and diversity

Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher is Disability Confident Committed. We have pledged to make sure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, in addition to supporting our existing employees with any long-term health conditions or disabilities.

We understand that applicants may have disabilities, if you do, you may find some parts of the recruitment process more challenging than others. Don’t worry, we’re here to help, however, we can only do this if you let us know.

Should you require reasonable adjustments to your application, please get in touch with [e-mail] . If you’d prefer to speak on the phone, please request a call back, leaving details, so we get in touch.

Our employing entity, Arthur J. Gallagher Services (UK) Limited, is proud to be accredited as a Living Wage employer with the Living Wage Foundation. We are committed to diversity and opportunity for all and are opposed to any form of less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender or gender identity, marital status, civil partnership status, parental status, race, ethnicity, colour, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion/ belief, age and those with caring responsibilities.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.