Director, IT TMT M&A - Due Diligence, Integration and Separation - Strategy

KPMG LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG LLP, a leading professional services firm, seeks a Director of IT TMT M&A – Due Diligence, Integration and Separation – Strategy to join its KPMG Strategy practice in the United States. The role focuses on managing Buy-Side and Sell-Side IT assessments, leading integration and separation programs, and shaping market offerings for technology-driven M&A.

The candidate will guide executive stakeholders across CIOs and CTOs, develop governance and predictive analytics, and mentor teams to

Qualifications

• Eight years of technology consulting or leadership experience.
• Experience leading IT transformations and advising on complex M&A transactions.
• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, finance or related field; MBA preferred.
• Experience with system integration, cloud migration, and IT architecture modernization.
• Willingness to travel; authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Buy-Side and Sell-Side IT due diligence across critical IT domains.
• Direct IT integration and separation initiatives from planning to execution.
• Develop go-to-market strategies for Technology M&A offerings.
• Establish governance frameworks and risk management with AI-enabled analytics.
• Lead executive-level discussions with CIOs/CTOs and senior stakeholders.
• Mentor junior staff and expand TMT domain delivery expertise.

Skills

IT leadership

M&A due diligence

Program governance

Cross-functional collaboration

AI analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

CRM

HRIS

Microsoft 365

SaaS platforms

Job description

KPMG is currently seeking a Director, IT TMT M&A - Due Diligence, Integration and Separation – Strategy to join our KPMG Strategy practice.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee comprehensive Buy-Side and Sell-Side assessments across critical IT domains for potential client acquisitions, with a focus on technology platforms, media content delivery networks, and telecommunications infrastructure; identify key IT risks, opportunities, and investments needed, and deliver executive-level due diligence reports with strategic recommendations
• Direct IT integration and separation initiatives from planning through execution for TMT-related transactions, including software/SaaS, digital media, and telecom services; oversee development of IT current state assessments, entanglement identification, operating model definitions, synergies, and Day 1 and post-close plans and lead execution engagements including the implementation of ERP, HRIS, CRM, Microsoft 365 and other business applications platforms
• Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for Technology M&A offerings focused on software, digital media, telecom, platform modernization, and ecosystem integration; provide thought leadership on TMT architectures, including cloud-native platforms, SaaS, content delivery networks (CDNs), and 5G/telecom infrastructure
• Establish and manage program governance frameworks, ensuring rigorous oversight of execution across complex, multi-vendor TMT environments; lead development of governance work products including status reporting, risk management, and issue tracking; implement AI-powered tools for predictive analytics on project timelines and risks and collaborate with senior cross-functional teams to identify technology dependencies, risks, and opportunities across technology operations, product, engineering, and content/broadcast operations
• Lead strategic discussions and presentations with executive IT and business stakeholders, including CIOs, CTOs, Chief Product Officers, and leaders in engineering and content
• Lead efforts to mentor and develop junior staff, fostering deep TMT expertise and delivery excellence across the team

Qualifications:

• Minimum eight years of recent experience in technology/business consulting and/or technology leadership, with a proven track record of leading IT transformations and advising on complex M&A transactions
• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, finance, or a related field from an accredited college/university required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) is preferred
• Demonstrated success in leading high-impact IT-focused M&A projects with expertise in at least three of the following: system integration/separation, cloud platform migration, digital media workflow optimization, telecom network integration, or IT architecture modernization; advanced program management skills, with the capacity to oversee large, complex projects and deliver strategic insights to executive audiences; familiarity with leveraging AI-powered platforms for due diligence, synergy analysis, and integration planning is a significant plus
• Proven track record leading complex technology M&A engagements (pre- and post-deal) within the Technology, Media, and Telecom (TMT) industry; in-depth knowledge of the technology and regulatory landscape specific to TMT, including experience with SaaS platforms, content delivery networks (CDNs), ad-tech, broadcast systems, or telecommunications infrastructure (e.g., 5G, fiber) and the IT implications of regulatory requirements from bodies like the FCC and data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)
• Comprehensive understanding of IT best practices and enterprise IT ecosystems, including major ERP, CRM, HRIS, and other business application platforms, IT solutions, systems, infrastructure, and cybersecurity; experience in the selection and implementation of Tier 1 or 2 service-centric ERP systems with broad knowledge across core finance modules supporting Order to Cash required; knowledge of supply chain and product-centric functionality helpful but not required
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership abilities with experience developing and executing IT strategies that align with business objectives; experience developing and executing go-to-market strategies and driving business growth in the M&A space, including client relationship management and engagement in business development activities; proven ability to lead and mentor cross-functional teams
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed to serve client needs
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)