M&A Integration Director

IFS; England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software technology firm in England is seeking an M&A Integration Director to lead post-merger integration efforts. The role requires expertise in managing cross-functional teams to achieve seamless integration, track synergy delivery, and ensure cultural alignment. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in M&A integration and program management, preferably in technology sectors, and can thrive in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Flexible work opportunities

Inclusive workplace experiences

Qualifications

• Significant history working in a similar M&A integration role.
• Minimum 5 years in senior project/program management with PMI involvement.
• Experience in global matrix organizations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and govern the post-merger integration program.
• Develop and maintain the integration roadmap and success metrics.
• Chair the PMI Steering Committee and facilitate collaboration among stakeholders.

Skills

Cross-functional project management

Analytical planning

Problem-solving

Fluent in English

Education

Significant experience in M&A integration

5+ years in senior project/program management

Tools

APIs

Python

Java

Job description

The M&A Integration Director is the central orchestrator of post-merger integration (PMI) across all functions within IFS. This role is accountable for designing driving and governing the end-to-end integration program for newly acquired businesses laying the foundation for successful value realization. The Director partners with functional integration stakeholders acquisition Executive Sponsors and FP&A to ensure that integration priorities are set blockers are escalated and synergies are tracked and delivered.

Key Responsibilities

M&A Transaction and Due Diligence

• Working closely with the IFS Corporate Development team and functional integration leads to complete a robust due diligence process
• Work with the Executive Sponsors and Corporate Development teams to develop robust Business Cases with clear value creation and synergies
• Work with third party advisors on FDD TDD and LDD to develop integration standards and high level hypothesis

PMI Program Management

• Architect and execute the cross-functional PMI program covering all IFS functions including Finance IT HR Legal Sales Marketing Product Operations and Customer Success.
• Chair the PMI Steering Committee setting cadence agenda and escalation protocols.
• Develop and maintain the integration roadmap milestones and success metrics.

Stakeholder Orchestration

• Collaborate with functional management to align integration plans clarify accountabilities and resolve interdependencies.
• Direct and manage functional integration leads to deliver functional integration in support of the value creation and mitigate risks identified in Diligence
• Constructively question functional integration stakeholders to ensure integration objectives are met and priorities are clear.
• Escalate blockers and risks to executive management as needed.
• Build strong trusted relationships with Acquired Company teams.

Value Realization

• Partner with acquisition Executive Sponsors and FP&A to track synergy delivery cultural alignment talent retention customer migration and systems harmonization.
• Ensure integration activities lay the groundwork for long-term value creation and operational excellence.

Governance & Reporting

• Own integration governance reporting regularly to the CFO and executive team on progress risks and outcomes.
• Ensure transparent communication and documentation across all integration workstreams.

Continuous Improvement

• Capture lessons learned and best practices to refine future PMI playbooks and accelerate integration velocity.
• Ensure clear transition plans to Business As Usual for longer lead time initiatives.

Qualifications

Education & History

• Significant history working in a similar M&A integration or transformation management role

Proven Ability to Deliver Value Creation through M&A

• Minimum 5 years in senior project / program management with direct PMI involvement

High Level Education (or Equivalent)

• Knowledge of standard corporate functions (Finance IT HR Procurement Legal etc.)
• Fluent in English
• History of working in global matrix organizations

Critical Success Factors

• Speed and discipline in integration execution
• Cultural fit and change management
• Systems and process harmonization
• Talent retention and engagement
• Customer experience continuity
• Synergy capture and value tracking

Expected Competencies

• Exceptional cross-functional project / program management skills
• Ability to influence and question senior management without direct authority
• Strong analytical planning and problem-solving capabilities
• Gravitas and credibility to lead in a global matrix environment
• Resilience under pressure and ability to manage multiple priorities

Beneficial

• Proven history in the software technology sector
• Supplementary management or professional qualifications
• Background in consulting transformation or in-house integration management

Additional Information

We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community we drive innovation strengthen connections and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships.

Remote Work: Yes

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills

APIs,Jenkins,REST,Python,SOAP,Systems Engineering,Service-Oriented Architecture,Java,XML,JSON,Scripting,Sftp

Department / Functional Area: Finance

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1