M&A Integration & Separation Senior Associate

RSM; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM in Chicago seeks an Integration & Separation Senior Associate to lead client engagements across the M&A lifecycle, focusing on integration, separation, and synergy realization for both private equity and corporate clients.

This role involves managing strategic workshops, evaluating Transitional Service Agreements, identifying operational gaps, coaching associates, and driving value through synergy capture and cost optimization; travel as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 1–6 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs analysis related to integration or separation planning, including functional readiness and transition considerations.
• Supports development of integration and separation plans, timelines, and workplans.
• Participates in client meetings and working sessions to gather information and validate assumptions.
• Prepares client-ready materials and supports synthesis of engagement findings.
• Coaches associates and supports review of junior team members’ work.

Skills

M&A integration experience

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Job description

RSM in Chicago seeks an Integration & Separation Senior Associate to lead client engagements across the M&A lifecycle, focusing on integration, separation, and synergy realization for both private equity and corporate clients.

This role involves managing strategic workshops, evaluating Transitional Service Agreements, identifying operational gaps, coaching associates, and driving value through synergy capture and cost optimization; travel as required.