M & A Integration Manager (Dubai, UAE)

iForce Connect

Dubai, UAE

Full Time

Manager

Onsite

1 months ago

M&A IntegrationProject ManagementERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)Stakeholder ManagementUAE Labor LawCross cultural Communication

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iForce Connect is seeking an M&A Integration Manager based in Dubai to drive hands-on integration of systems, venues, and processes across the portfolio.

Key Skills for This Role

M&A IntegrationProject ManagementERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)Stakeholder ManagementUAE Labor LawCross cultural Communication

Responsibilities

Mobilize cross functional teams, define integration milestones, manage local transition risks, and track synergies for regional events
Report progress, risks, and implementation barriers to the group level M&A Technology Steering Board
Champion and govern the adoption of M&A technology playbooks and best practices
Map and migrate local financial systems, billing engines, and exhibitor databases into shared SAP and Oracle architectures
Coordinate with Enterprise Architects and platform owners to define transition and landing architectures
Coordinate with venue operations to align registration, ticketing, and event logistics systems
Partner with the people team to transition employees, manage visa processes, and align payroll with UAE Labor Law
Partner with event directors to ensure core systems remain fully operational during major exhibition cycles
Partner with local finance teams to manage UAE VAT, corporate tax, and cross border payment structures

Requirements

Minimum of 6 years of experience in M&A integration, corporate restructuring, or operational PMO, preferably in the Middle East
Strong preference for UAE National (Emirati) candidates, or professionals with extensive experience working with UAE Government departments
Hands on experience with SAP and Oracle financial modules
Demonstrated ability to create and manage detailed mobilisation plans
Good understanding of UAE Labor Law, free zone employment rules, and payroll processing in the GCC region
Experience working within the live events, hospitality, or exhibitions sector in the Middle East
Professional fluency in English is required; professional proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable
Excellent cross cultural communication skills, resilience, and ability to manage stakeholder interests in a joint venture

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Role Purpose and Strategic Mandate

Based in Dubai, the M&A Integration Manager operates in a fast paced environment, requiring close coordination with local operations teams, venue managers, and external partners.
Operating as the primary operational and technology contact at the deal level, this position is crucial to managing the unique public private joint venture landscape.

Functional Responsibilities

Integration Management Office Leadership: Mobilize cross functional teams, define integration milestones, manage local transition risks, and track synergies for regional events.
Central Governance Integration: Report progress, risks, and implementation barriers directly to the group level M&A Technology Steering Board.
Programmatic Oversight Boundary: Champion and govern the adoption of M&A technology playbooks and best practices.
System Integration: Map and migrate local financial systems, billing engines, and exhibitor databases into the shared SAP and Oracle architectures.
Landing Architecture Mapping: Coordinate with Enterprise Architects and platform owners to define transition and landing architectures.
Venue System Alignment: Coordinate with venue operations to align registration, ticketing, and event logistics systems.
Regional HR Compliance: Partner with the people team to transition employees, manage visa processes, and align payroll with UAE Labor Law.
Operational Continuity: Partner with event directors to ensure core systems remain fully operational during major exhibition cycles.
Tax & Treasury Control: Partner with local finance teams to manage UAE VAT, corporate tax, and cross border payment structures.

Requirements and Qualifications

Minimum of 6 years of experience in M&A integration, corporate restructuring, or operational PMO, preferably in the Middle East.
Strong preference for UAE National (Emirati) candidates, or professionals with extensive experience working with UAE Government departments.
Hands on experience with SAP and Oracle financial modules, with a track record of standardizing billing and procurement workflows.
Demonstrated ability to create and manage detailed mobilisation plans, map complex target solutions, and secure alignment with senior leadership.
Good understanding of UAE Labor Law, free zone employment rules, and payroll processing in the GCC region.
Experience working within the live events, hospitality, or exhibitions sector in the Middle East.
Professional fluency in English is required; professional proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable.
Excellent cross cultural communication skills, resilience, and the ability to manage stakeholder interests in a joint venture.

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