Tech M&A & PE Performance Leader

Alvarez & Marsal; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal in the United States is seeking a seasoned consultant to support the Private Equity Performance Improvement practice. You will lead analyses, own financial models, and deliver client-ready work across buy-side and sell-side engagements.

This role requires cross-functional collaboration, strong communication, and travel up to 25%. You will help identify operational risks, implement cost optimization initiatives, and drive post-close integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with outstanding academic performance
• 5-9+ years of professional consulting experience in software/tech clients (buy-side/sell-side due diligence, synergy, carve-out), and post-close execution
• Experience leading work streams in business transformation
• Finance, Accounting, HR, and Organizational Design
• Role & Job Analysis, Leadership, and Stakeholder Engagement
• Supply Chain, Communications Planning, and Operations
• Salesforce, Marketing, Pricing, and Margin Optimization
• Technology sector experience in M&A and performance improvement
• Team-oriented, adaptable, curious, and quick learner
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint, strong communication
• Willing to travel up to 25%

Responsibilities

• Preparation of major client deliverables, including full ownership of the financial model and presentation
• Actively leading detailed analyses to support project objectives and client needs
• Design and implement tailored cost optimization initiatives aligned with strategic goals
• Lead workstreams such as synergy assessment, cost savings, org design, and financial baseline
• Assist in core operational due diligence and performance improvement
• Develop project plans, timelines, and deliverables aligned with client objectives
• Support business development via proposals and client presentations

Skills

Consulting experience

Due diligence

Mergers & Acquisitions

Performance improvement

Merger integration

Separation planning

Day 1 Readiness

Executive presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Pricing optimization

Job description

Alvarez & Marsal in the United States is seeking a seasoned consultant to support the Private Equity Performance Improvement practice. You will lead analyses, own financial models, and deliver client-ready work across buy-side and sell-side engagements.

This role requires cross-functional collaboration, strong communication, and travel up to 25%. You will help identify operational risks, implement cost optimization initiatives, and drive post-close integration.