Acquisition Integration Manager

National DNP Week

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Full Time

Senior

Hybrid

1 weeks ago

M&A IntegrationProject ManagementChange ManagementStakeholder ManagementFinancial AnalysisERP Systems

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About Us

We are a growth oriented organization focused on strategic expansion, operational excellence, and value creation through successful business integrations.
Our teams collaborate across corporate development, finance, operations, human resources, information technology, legal, compliance, strategy, and executive leadership.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Acquisition Integration Manager to lead post acquisition integration planning, execution, and transformation initiatives.
The ideal candidate will manage cross functional integration programs, align acquired businesses with organizational strategies, capture synergies, and ensure smooth transitions.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute acquisition integration strategies, frameworks, governance models, and implementation plans aligned with business objectives and transaction goals
Lead end to end post merger and acquisition integration activities including integration planning, execution, transition management, synergy realization, and operational alignment
Collaborate with corporate development, finance, operations, human resources, information technology, legal, compliance, commercial, procurement, and executive leadership teams to deliver successful integrations
Establish integration roadmaps, milestones, workstreams, governance structures, reporting processes, and success metrics to ensure effective execution
Manage cross functional integration teams responsible for finance, systems, processes, operations, culture, technology, customer experience, and organizational alignment
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including synergy realization, integration milestones, cost savings, revenue opportunities, operational performance, employee retention, system migration progress, and stakeholder satisfaction
Identify integration risks, dependencies, operational challenges, cultural differences, and business continuity concerns while developing mitigation strategies
Lead change management initiatives including communication plans, stakeholder engagement, organizational alignment, and adoption of new processes and systems
Support financial and operational assessments, integration business cases, value creation plans, and post acquisition performance reviews
Coordinate technology integration activities including system consolidation, data migration, process harmonization, cybersecurity alignment, and digital transformation initiatives
Ensure integration activities comply with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, governance standards, organizational policies, and business continuity objectives
Utilize Project Portfolio Management (PPM) platforms, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, collaboration tools, and analytics platforms to track integration performance and insights

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Corporate Strategy, Management, Project Management, Economics, Operations Management, or a related field preferred
Master's degree or professional certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Merger & Acquisition Professional (CMAP), Change Management certification, or equivalent are advantageous
5+ years of experience in acquisition integration, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), business transformation, corporate development, program management, or related roles
2+ years of experience leading post acquisition integration programs, transformation initiatives, or cross functional strategic projects preferred
Strong understanding of M&A integration methodologies, synergy management, change management, operational transformation, financial analysis, stakeholder management, and governance frameworks
Experience with ERP systems, CRM platforms, PPM tools, Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, business intelligence platforms, project management tools, and integration reporting solutions
Familiarity with due diligence processes, organizational restructuring, technology integration, cultural integration, process optimization, and enterprise transformation initiatives is advantageous
Strong leadership, strategic thinking, analytical, financial, organizational, and problem solving skills
Excellent communication, negotiation, executive presentation, stakeholder management, and cross functional collaboration abilities
Ability to manage complex acquisition integrations while balancing strategic objectives, operational continuity, cultural alignment, financial targets, and business performance
Ability to work independently in remote and hybrid environments with occasional travel as required

What We Offer

Flexible remote / hybrid work opportunity within the United Arab Emirates
Competitive compensation package
Professional development and corporate strategy leadership growth opportunities
Exposure to mergers and acquisitions, enterprise transformation, strategic growth initiatives, and business integration programs
Collaborative and high impact work environment
Supportive culture focused on innovation, execution excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement
Opportunity to lead transformative acquisition integrations that accelerate organizational growth and value creation
Clear career progression within M&A integration, corporate development, transformation leadership, strategy management, and executive leadership functions