Post‑Merger Integration Project Manager
Location: UK (Hybrid / Flexible)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: up to 80k
*Please note that for this role, sponsorship is not offered and you must have RTW in the UK*
About the Opportunity
Our client, a market‑leading organisation undergoing significant growth through acquisition, is seeking an accomplished Post‑Merger Integration (PMI) Project Manager to lead the seamless integration of newly acquired entities.
This is a high‑visibility role ideal for a seasoned integration specialist who thrives in complex, fast‑moving environments and can confidently manage cross‑functional programmes that shape the future direction of a business.
Role Overview
As the appointed PMI Project Manager, you will take full ownership of the integration programme, partnering with senior stakeholders across operations, finance, technology, HR, commercial, and legal to ensure the deal rationale is fully realised. You will be responsible for creating structure, driving momentum, and ensuring that synergy targets and value‑creation objectives are achieved.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of the end‑to‑end post‑merger integration plan across all workstreams.
- Establish governance frameworks, including steering committees, reporting cadence, milestone tracking, and risk management.
- Ensure synergy delivery plans are clearly defined, measurable, and aligned with the transaction’s objectives.
- Identify operational risks, culture gaps, and change impacts, ensuring proactive planning and mitigation.
- Collaborate with functional leaders to unify processes, systems, and organisational structures.
- Present clear, concise updates to senior leadership teams and board‑level stakeholders.
- Support pre‑deal planning, integration readiness assessments, and due diligence where required.
Candidate Profile
We are seeking candidates with demonstrable experience in:
- Post‑merger integration, business transformation, or large‑scale organisational change projects.
- Managing multi‑workstream programmes with cross‑functional stakeholder groups.
- Delivering governance, structure, and clarity during periods of rapid organisational change.
- Influencing senior executives and navigating high‑stakes decision‑making environments.
- Experience in consulting, private equity, or corporate development environments is highly advantageous.
Desirable Skills
- Professional qualifications such as PMP, MSP, Prince2, or Prosci.
- Experience managing integrations across multiple countries or business units.
- Strong commercial acumen with an understanding of financial modelling and synergy tracking.
Why This Role?
This opportunity offers the chance to play a pivotal role in a transformational programme that directly shapes strategic outcomes. The successful candidate will join a forward‑thinking organisation where integration activity is central to long‑term growth. Competitive compensation and a flexible working structure are available for the right individual.
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