Director, IT M&A - Due Diligence, Integration, and Separation

The KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we do not anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally.

KPMG is currently seeking a Director, M&A IT Due Diligence Strategy to join our Strategy Transaction group in our Deal Advisory and Strategy practice.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee comprehensive buy-side and sell-side assessments across critical IT domains for potential client acquisitions; identify key IT risks, opportunities, and investments needed, and deliver executive-level due diligence reports with strategic recommendations
• Direct IT integration and separation initiatives from planning through execution; oversee the development of strategic deliverables, including IT current state assessments, entanglement identification, IT operating model definitions, IT synergies, as well as day 1 and post-close plans
• Establish and manage program governance frameworks, ensuring rigorous oversight of project execution; lead the development of significant governance work products such as status reporting, risk management, and issue tracking
• Collaborate with senior cross-functional teams to identify IT-related dependencies, risks, and opportunities; ensure strategic alignment with deal objectives and respond proactively to evolving business needs.
• Develop and execute go-to-market strategies to promote the firm's Technology M&A offerings; identify business development opportunities, craft compelling value propositions, and engage with clients to expand the practice's reach and impact as well as facilitate discussions and lead strategic presentations with executive IT and business stakeholders and cultivate strong, trust-based relationships to ensure effective communication and client satisfaction.
• Lead efforts to mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and high performance; encourage knowledge sharing and support professional growth across the team
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications:

• Minimum eight years of recent experience in technology/business consulting and/or technology leadership, with a proven track record of leading IT transformations and advising on complex M&A transactions
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; minimum of a Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, finance or a related field from an accredited college or university is required
• Demonstrated success in leading high-impact IT-focused M&A projects with expertise in at least three of the following: system integration/separation, platform migration, IT architecture modernization, outsourcing of IT operations, or regulatory technology implementation
• In-depth knowledge of post-merger IT integration, carve-out separation, process reengineering, offshoring strategies, and IT risk and compliance management
• Proven ability to lead and mentor cross-functional teams including advanced program management skills to oversee large, complex projects delivering strategic insights to executive audiences; comprehensive understanding of IT best practices and enterprise IT ecosystems, including major ERP and business application platforms, IT solutions, systems, infrastructure, and cybersecurity
• Experience developing and executing go-to-market strategies and driving business growth in the M&A space, including client relationship management and engagement in business development activities
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity

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