M & A Integration Lead
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Job description
SEI's Corporate Development team is seeking anM&A IntegrationLeadto play a critical role in supporting the growth andlongtermsuccess ofacquiredpartner businesses. In this role, you will leadduediligence andintegration efforts fromDay One planning through full execution, ensuring the implementation of scalable,bestinclassoperational processes that support dealobjectivesand value creation.
You will serve as theprimary integration leaderand coordinator of target due diligence,coordinating acrossSEI business stakeholders and Corporate Development toassess the operational soundness of targets anddesign and execute integration strategies aligned with each acquisition'sobjectives. As the face of the SEI integration team, you will have significant exposure to senior management and keydecisionmakersand will be instrumental in advancing SEI's broader M&A strategy.
The ideal candidate isactionoriented,impactfocused, and brings deep experience inmerger and acquisitionstrategy andoperationsand integration. Youare able tounderstand the broader integration strategy,anticipaterisks, and quickly develop pragmatic mitigation plans. Experience working across multiple SEI business units is a plus.
What you'll do
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Lead and support SEI'sdue diligence of targets andintegration program across multiple mergers and acquisitions, orchestratingcrossfunctionalteams through integration planning, execution, value realization, and change management.
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Serve as the face of the SEI integration team, staying current on evolving partner strategies, business priorities, and broader operational initiatives.
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Manage multiple work streams including employee onboarding, negotiation of vendor contracts,assignment of interests and other operational matters necessary for successful integration.
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Build strong partnerships with deal stakeholders toalign onoperating models, integration strategy, execution plans, progress, risks, and key decisions.
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Facilitate integration discovery sessions to understand currentstate operating models and partner ecosystems.
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Develop and execute partner transition plans, including partner overlap analysis, contract reviews, partner onboarding and sunsetting, communications, and change management.
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Define, implement, and communicate key performance indicators to measure integration impact on revenue, capacity, and partner experience.
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Design and collaborate on executivelevel reporting and dashboards.
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Support acquisition communications and enablement efforts to drive awareness, adoption, and action.
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Foster authentic, trusted relationships with acquired companies and partners, supporting athoughtful changemanagement approach that enhances employee and partner experience.
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Implement scalable, repeatable operational processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
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Enhance and maintain the SEI Corporate Development integration playbook, incorporating lessons learned from each acquisition.
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Establish credibility and trust across the organization at all levels; be viewed as a collaborative, analytical, and effective team member.
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Plan and coordinate all aspects of integration from initial stakeholder engagement through postclose systems training and conversion.
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Partner closely with the M&A team and sellers to tailor integration plans that support employee engagement and business performance.
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Monitor, update, and present weekly integration milestone and status reporting to senior leadership.
Requirements
Professional experience and skills
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M&A / Integration Experience:Significant experiencein M&A integration or related transformation initiatives, including strategyoroperationsorrelatedconsulting roles.
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Program Management:Proven ability to plan and execute complex, crossfunctional initiatives; strong influencing skills and comfort working under tight deadlines.
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Data & Analytics:Experience with data analysis, reporting, and translating insights into business impact.
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Business Operations:Background in operational functions such as partner programs, onboarding, growth, marketing, lead or deal registration, partner portals, and/or cosellingmodels.
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Executive Communication:High EQ, low ego. Strong written and verbal communicator with the ability to engage senior leaders and manage complex or sensitive situations.
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Influence & Change Leadership:Ability to build trusted relationships, creatively drive consensus, and act as a change ambassador across organizations.
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Process Improvement:Demonstrated ability to analyze, optimize, and implement improved processes in crossfunctional environments.
Attributes we value
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Hardworking, thoughtful, and solutionoriented
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Collaborative team player with strong integrity and judgment
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Clear communicator and active listener
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Ability to multi-task in a high-pressure environment
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Strong execution skills
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Highly organized
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Selfaware, openminded, and committed to continuous improvement
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Strategic, innovative, adaptable, and impactful
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A positive influence and team builder
Benefits & conditions
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a hybrid working environment for most roles, support for working parents and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA), life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage), 401(k) match, education assistance, commuter benefits, up to 11 paid holidays/year, 21 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time, paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, a discounted stock purchase plan, investment options, access to thriving employee networks and more.