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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Digital and Technology M&A Integration Lead - **Company:** Unilever - **Location:** Birkenhead, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, Data Management - **Published:** September 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840708116-digital-and-technology-ma-integration-lead ## About the Role * Significant experience across Digital & Technology, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations or related business functions. * Experience leading complex transformation, integration, separation or change programmes. * Exposure to mergers, acquisitions, divestments or large-scale business transitions is highly desirable. * Strong commercial, financial and analytical skills. * Proven programme and project leadership experience. * Experience working with external partners, consultants and service providers. * The ability to operate effectively across global and cross-functional environments. Critical Capabilities * Takes ownership and drives outcomes independently. * Thrives in situations where there is complexity, ambiguity, and change. * Uses sound judgement and structured problem-solving to make effective decisions. * Builds trusted relationships and works effectively with people at all levels. * Communicates clearly, confidently, and with impact. * Balances attention to detail with a focus on broader business objectives. * Remains resilient and focused when working under pressure and to challenging deadlines. Leadership Expectations * Demonstrates bias for action and accountability. * Operates with confidence and credibility at senior levels. * Pragmatic, solutions oriented approach. * Personally drives outcomes rather than coordinating from a distance. ## Description We are seeking a Digital & Technology M&A Integration Lead to drive the Digital & Technology agenda across Unilever's acquisitions, divestments and strategic portfolio transformation projects. This is a unique opportunity to operate at the centre of Unilever's most significant transactions, combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You will lead the assessment, planning and execution of (Digital & Technology) integration and separation activities, working closely with business leaders, functional experts and external partners to deliver successful outcomes. The role offers exceptional exposure across geographies, business groups and functions, providing the opportunity to influence senior stakeholders, build deep expertise in M&A and transformation, and develop a broad international network. Success in this role requires a strong blend of leadership, programme management, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving capabilities. You will bring structure and clarity to complex situations while ensuring value creation remains at the heart of every transaction., * Assessing the target company's technology landscape, including applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity posture, data management, organisation, vendors and operating costs. * Identifying integration opportunities, value creation initiatives and potential synergies. * Evaluating and mitigating risks, including cybersecurity, data privacy, contractual and operational risks. * Working with functional teams to define future-state operating models and integration strategies. * Developing integration plans, resource requirements and investment cases. * Supporting negotiations and implementation of Transitional Services Agreements where required. * Leading Digital & Technology planning during the first 100 days and beyond to ensure seamless integration delivery. * Establishing governance structures and mobilising resources to deliver agreed outcomes. * Driving alignment across business and technology teams to achieve Day 1 readiness and long-term value creation., * Developing and maintaining Digital & Technology separation strategies and blueprints. * Identifying business and technology entanglements and defining separation approaches. * Creating cost estimates, transition plans and standalone operating requirements. * Defining and supporting Transitional Services Agreement requirements. * Leading data segregation, access management and technology transition activities. * Partnering with business leaders and advisors throughout the transaction lifecycle. * Managing Digital & Technology execution between signing and deal completion. * Supporting post-close governance and TSA exit activities. * Ensuring Day 1 operational readiness for both Unilever and the receiving organisation. Driving continuous improvement * Continuously enhance M&A methodologies in Tech, tools and ways of working. * Identify opportunities to simplify, standardise and accelerate transaction execution. * Improve the Digital & Technology offering provided to acquisition and separation projects. * Leverage emerging technologies and best practices to improve transaction delivery. * Partner with Digital & Technology leadership to align standards, policies and governance requirements. Collaboration and Stakeholder leadership * Partner closely with business, technology and functional teams globally. * Influence and engage senior stakeholders across Unilever. * Manage relationships with external advisors, consultants and transaction partners. * Foster collaboration, knowledge sharing and capability building across the Digital & Technology M&A community. Success in this role depends on your ability to build strong relationships and align diverse stakeholder groups around a common objective. 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