Value Creation Lead, M&A & Operational Excellence

Grant Thornton International Ltd; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 170,200 - 212,750; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton International Ltd is seeking a Value Creation Manager in Chicago to help private equity and corporate clients assess operational opportunities and execute across transaction lifecycles. The role includes managing transaction engagements, leading operational due diligence workstreams, and developing integration plans.

Ideal candidates will have at least 6 years of relevant experience and a strong analytical skill set. The position offers a competitive salary range of $170,200 to $212,750, dependent on various factors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in transaction advisory or management consulting.
• Industry recognized professional certification required.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage buy-side and sell-side transaction engagements.
• Lead operational due diligence workstreams.
• Manage cash and working capital optimization workstreams.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.
• Support business development activities.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Financial analysis

Data modeling

Process mapping

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Project management skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA preferred

Job description

Grant Thornton International Ltd is seeking a Value Creation Manager in Chicago to help private equity and corporate clients assess operational opportunities and execute across transaction lifecycles. The role includes managing transaction engagements, leading operational due diligence workstreams, and developing integration plans.

Ideal candidates will have at least 6 years of relevant experience and a strong analytical skill set. The position offers a competitive salary range of $170,200 to $212,750, dependent on various factors.