Overview
The Integration Project Manager will play a critical role in overseeing the delivery of multiple acquisition integrations for a private equity-backed financial services business. Collaborating closely with the Head of Integration, the contractor will ensure that businesses are seamlessly transitioned onto a common operating platform while maintaining operational efficiency and maximizing acquisition value. This position offers opportunities for immediate impact within a dynamic acquisition programme and potential for long-term engagement.
Responsibilities
- Lead the execution of multiple acquisition integrations.
- Coordinate workstreams across Operations, Technology, Compliance, HR, and Finance.
- Ensure Day 1 readiness and develop 100-day integration plans.
- Manage governance, RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies) processes, and stakeholder relationships.
- Track synergies and benefits realisation.
- Facilitate platform, process, client, or data migrations as needed.
- Support business continuity during integration periods.
- Contribute to financial performance analysis related to integrations.
Requirements
- Proven experience in post-merger integration from deal close to completion.
- Demonstrated ability in Day 1 readiness and strategic 100-day planning.
- Strong expertise in coordinating cross-functional workstreams.
- Familiarity with governance and stakeholder management best practices.
- Experience in tracking synergies and benefits post-integration.
- Financial services background, preferably in wealth management or platforms.
- Ability to start immediately and travel as required.