M&A Director, Integration and Separation

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You'll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There's no one like you and that's why there's nowhere like RSM. M&A Director- Integration and Separation Director Responsibilities: Lead and manage client delivery projects related to integration and separation activities to support clients in the business transaction lifecycle on both buy and sell side. Lead client strategy workshops for private equity and corporate buyers to validate deal thesis, investment objectives, and hold time objectives, so that activities support client goals. Structure engagements with the correct approach and staffing for pre-close planning, post- close planning, and day 1 operational support. Engage subject matter professionals to meet specialist requirements. Provide management advice to our clients on all of the functional areas of the business based on the scope of the engagement, industry, and complexity of the transaction. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of TSA evaluation in the pre-close planning phase to identify the deal perimeter and where the gaps will appear when executing the transaction. Identify what will need TSA or reverse TSA support, evaluate pricing and structure services, and provide planning to close the gaps with new services, systems, people, processes, or contracts to meet operational needs. Identify stranded costs for the sell side and manage the exit process for the client to preserve and enhance value. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of Synergy assessment in the pre-close planning phase and synergy management to realization in the post-close phase of the engagement to support full value capture and enhancement through value engineering, cost management, and opportunistic wins. Work closely with internal sales and service teams and business developers to support the sales cycle and manage the engagements in a profitable and businesslike manner. Must have experience in post-transaction work with preferred experience in Project Management, Finance, Human Resources, IT, or manufacturing and supply chain. Strong understanding of program management in technical and business consulting engagements Education: Minimum Bachelor Degree; MBA or Master's in business, finance, accounting, or a technical field a plus Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business, finance and accounting, or technology Over 8 years of related work experience of providing technical advice across all functions of business and execution in complex projects engagements Broad expertise including working knowledge of private equity and lower, middle, and upper market businesses, both privately held and publicly traded. Experience across a range of industries is highly desired, industry alignment to PE would be a plus but must be conversant in a range of business operational models Strong demonstrable skills in process and operating model development to support current and future state business operations Strong communication, presentation, project management, and business Strong writing, research and analytical skills Strong self-motivation with the ability to work in a dynamic, time-sensitive environment with varying deliverables and changing requirements Personal Characteristics: The successful professional will have a sense of what it takes to lead teams A self-starter "Hands on", action oriented professional able to drive results from a team A professional who leads by example Able to command the respect of teams and develop people for greater success Exceptional executive presence and professionalism which commands the respect of clients and colleagues Results oriented to maintain focus on engagement outcomes A professional possessing the highest levels of professional and personal integrity and ethics Able to support the brand promise, shared values, and characteristics of RSM The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel 50-75%. At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life's demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients.Learn more about our total rewards at As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer all applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 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RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the requirements of applicable law, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional information regarding RSM's background check process, including information about job duties that necessitate the use of one or more types of background checks, click here. At RSM, an employee's pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Compensation Range: $137,200 - $276,100 Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance. | RSM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans. Minimum Salary: 137200.00 Maximum Salary: 276100.00 Salary Unit: Yearly

Created: 2024-10-19