Manager, PEPI - Software & Tech M&A; US locations

Manager, PEPI – Software & Tech M&A

We are looking for a Manager to lead software product and technology due diligence assessments for private equity clients and portfolio companies. The role focuses on evaluating product features, architecture, intellectual property, R&D organization, and hosting infrastructure.

A&M’s Private Equity Performance Improvement Services (PEPI) practice serves upper middle market and large‑cap private equity firms. We focus on companies in the $50 million–$1 billion+ range.

• Merger Integration & Carve‑outs
• IT‑pre‑acquisition diligence
• IT‑post‑acquisition implementations and integration
• Interim Management
• Commercial Due Diligence/Strategy
• Rapid Results
• Supply Chain
• CFO Services

You will conduct structured assessments across the full deal lifecycle: pre‑deal technology reviews, Day‑1 planning, post‑deal implementation, and performance improvement. You will deliver client‑ready exhibits and manage key stakeholder interactions.

• Participate in client and target interviews, interim updates, final readouts, and follow‑ups.
• Develop and manage the data request list, coordinating with bankers and the client.
• Conduct detailed quantitative and qualitative analysis of target technologies.
• Summarize insights into client‑ready exhibits and deliverables.
• Ensure deliverable quality and manage day‑to‑day relationships.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.

• 5–8 years of consulting or relevant industry experience, with at least five years consulting to the tech industry or specializing in software or tech‑enabled services product management or software development.
• Desired: experience working for or with private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, or related transaction or product and tech due diligence.
• Exemplary communication skills, both oral and written, including proven ability to develop and deliver executive‑level, client‑ready materials.
• Demonstrated track record working with business leaders (directors and above) and private equity deal staff.
• Excellent fact‑gathering and analytical skills, including quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Previous software/product experience in a software organization or advisory experience from a top‑tier strategy firm or Big‑4.
• Demonstrated ability to translate tech insights into commercial implications.
• Bachelor’s degree required, major in Computer Science, Engineering, Economics or another highly analytical field.
• Flexibility to travel at least 75 % of the time.

A&M fosters an employee experience that emphasizes continuous learning, performance rewards, and a culture of meritocracy. You will have growth opportunities, a supportive benefits package, and a collaborative environment.

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are entitled to participate in A&M’s fringe benefits, including healthcare plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage. Eligible employees receive an annual discretionary 401(k) contribution. Paid time off includes vacation, personal days, 72 hours of sick time, ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave.

Salary range: $125,000 – $190,000 annually; discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance.

A&M is committed to equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information, or other protected characteristics. A&M’s policy statements and additional information by region are available online.