M&A Transaction Manager - Operational Strategy and Diligence

MCI; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Benefits

Retirement Savings

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Career Growth

Paid Training

Team Environment

Job summary

MCI is seeking an M&A Transaction Manager specializing in Operational Strategy and Diligence to evaluate target companies, identify efficiency opportunities, and plan smooth integrations. You will work with cross-functional teams to uncover synergies, address risks, and build value-focused post-deal roadmaps.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in operations consulting or related fields, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with data tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Business, Operations, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 5+ years in operations consulting or BPO operations.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Experience leading cross-functional operational assessments in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct operational due diligence to assess business capabilities, process efficiency, and cost structures.
• Evaluate operational synergies and develop post-transaction implementation roadmaps.
• Provide strategic recommendations on operational readiness, scalability, and integration planning.
• Identify areas for performance improvement and design initiatives to drive operational excellence.
• Support change management during integration phases to ensure smooth transitions.
• Prepare detailed operational reports and executive-level presentations.
• Monitor integration progress and track synergy realization after deal closure.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed, depending on project scope.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Operational due diligence

KPI and performance improvement

Communication with executives

Excel/PowerPoint

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor’s in Business/Operations (MBA preferred)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Data visualization tools

Job description

M&A Transaction Manager

As an M&A Transaction Manager specializing in Operational Strategy and Diligence, you'll play a key role in helping us evaluate potential acquisitions. Your job will be to assess how well a target company’s operations align with ours, identify opportunities to improve efficiency, and ensure we’re ready to integrate smoothly. You’ll work closely with teams across the business to uncover synergies, spot risks, and build strategies that add real value.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct operational due diligence to assess business capabilities, process efficiency, and cost structures.
• Evaluate operational synergies and develop clear, actionable post-transaction implementation roadmaps.
• Provide strategic recommendations on operational readiness, scalability, and integration planning.
• Identify areas for performance improvement and design initiatives to drive operational excellence.
• Support change management efforts during integration phases to ensure smooth transitions.
• Prepare detailed operational reports and executive-level presentations.
• Monitor integration progress and track synergy realization after deal closure.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed, depending on project scope and business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Business, Operations, or related field (MBA preferred)
• 5+ years in operations consulting or BPO operations
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Experience leading cross‑functional operational assessments in complex environments
• Deep understanding of operational KPIs and performance improvement methodologies
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools
• Strong communication and executive presentation skills

What You Can Expect from MCI

• Paid Time Off & Earn PTO and paid holidays to take the time you need.
• Incentives & Rewards Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly contests that include cash bonuses and prizes ranging from electronics to dream vacations.
• Health Benefits Full‑time employees are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage after 60 days of employment, and all employees have access to MEC medical plans after just 30 days. Benefit options vary by location.
• Retirement Savings Secure your future with retirement savings programs, where available.
• Disability Insurance Short‑term disability coverage is available to help protect you during unexpected challenges.
• Life Insurance Access life insurance options to safeguard your loved ones.
• Supplemental Insurance Accident and critical illness insurance
• Career Growth With a focus on internal promotions, employees enjoy significant advancement opportunities.
• Paid Training Learn new skills while earning a paycheck.
• Fun, Engaging Work Environment Enjoy a team‑oriented culture that fosters collaboration and engagement.
• Casual Dress Code Be comfortable while you work.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting compensation is based on experience, and we offer a variety of benefits and incentives to support and reward our team members.

All MCI Locations

• Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based.

Subject to the program and location of the position

• Must be willing to submit up to a LEVEL II background and/or security investigation with a fingerprint. Job offers are contingent on background/security investigation results.
• Must be willing to submit to drug screening. Job offers are contingent on drug screening results. (Does not apply in Canada)

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be largely sedentary and will be required to sit/stand for long periods while using a computer and telephone headset. The employee will be regularly required to operate a computer and other office equipment, including a phone, copier, and printer. The employee may occasionally be required to move about the office to accomplish tasks; reach in any direction; raise or lower objects, move objects from place to place, hold onto objects, and move or exert force up to forty (40) pounds.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of MCI and its affiliates to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment. If reasonable accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources.

At MCI and its subsidiaries, we embrace differences and believe diversity is a benefit to our employees, our company, our customers, and our community. All aspects of employment at MCI are based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. MCI maintains a work environment free from discrimination, one where employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling MCI's commitment to a diverse and equal opportunity work environment.

MCI does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. MCI will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local and federal requirements.

MCI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline. In addition, it is the policy of MCI to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances where an employee works.

The purpose of the above job description is to provide potential candidates with a general overview of the role. It's not an all‑inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required for the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.