Tech M&A-Expert/Senior Expert-Tier 1

ALYSIAN- TECH M&A

• MBA (premier or leading Business Schools) and/or
• Recognized degree from leading international universities, with a Post-Graduate degree or Professional Certifications

• WORK EXPERIENCE

  
  
• 5+ years of experience in technology-driven M&A activities, including due diligence, integration, and technology strategy development including at least two years at a top-tier consulting firm such at McKinsey, BCG or Bain.
• 5+ years of experience in technology-driven transformation including IT/ Digital/ Tech Strategy development, Large IT Program Management, Vendor Contract/ SoW Review for large turn key programs.
• Strong project management skills and experience working in cross-functional teams.
• Proven track record in managing complex technical integration and vendor management during M&A processes.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• IT Due Diligence & Deal Advisory-

  Evaluate technology risk and opportunity pre-sign to support commercial deal shaping.
1. Lead or contribute to the assessment of target technology environments, including infrastructure, cybersecurity posture, and team maturity.
2. Support SPA and TSA structuring, identifying tech liabilities, transitional risks, and estimating standalone build costs.
3. Develop robust IT due diligence reports and executive presentations, mapping risks, one-time costs, TSA constructs, and potential value levers.
4. Align diligence outcomes to investment theses and assist deal teams with data-driven recommendations.
5. Build value creation plans for assets to identify upside potential of tech-enabled transformation activities

• Carve-Out Strategy & Execution-

  Enable clean tech separation and ensure Day 1 operational readiness with clear TSA governance.
1. Drive the creation of a comprehensive IT separation blueprint, identifying systems, data, contracts, and teams in-scope.
2. Define and operationalize TSA services, governance structures, pricing models, and clean exit timelines.
3. Set up or lead the IT track of the Separation Management Office (SMO), aligning cross-functional teams (e.g., Legal, Finance, HR) for Day 1 readiness.
4. Lead vendor disengagement/engagement planning, ensure SLAs continuity, and coordinate incident response and hypercare management post-Day 1.
5. Facilitate TSA exit readiness and smooth transition to BAU, managing performance and capability handoffs.

• Transformation Assurance & Program Recovery-

  Assure transformation programs are governed effectively, and real value is delivered post-close.
1. Build business case for program delivery, and lead vendor selection to enable program readiness
2. Design and assess program governance frameworks, PMOs, and partner roles to support IT transformation delivery.
3. Lead program assessments or rescue efforts by identifying root causes (scope, resources, governance gaps), and implementing realignment roadmaps.
4. Oversee deployment readiness, cutover plans, testing, change management, and hypercare to ensure smooth delivery and adoption.
5. Serve as a control tower leader ensuring transparency, benefits tracking, and issue resolution across strategic programs.

• IT Cost Optimization & Procurement Leadership-

  Sustainably reduce technology spend without compromising business or operational continuity.
1. Lead spend diagnostics and benchmarking initiatives to uncover inefficiencies across licenses, services, infra, and custom apps.
2. Drive RFx planning, vendor negotiations, and SLA restructuring using proven commercial levers and playbooks.
3. Set up and manage Vendor Management Office (VMO) capabilities- performance dashboards, risk monitoring, and partnership governance.
4. Define or realign IT procurement Target Operating Models (TOMs) to support strategic sourcing, digitization, and compliance.
   

• Cross-Functional Collaboration-

  Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, legal, operations, etc.) to ensure that technology-related due diligence and integration efforts align with broader M&A strategies and financial objectives.

• Stakeholder Communication-

  Provide regular updates and reports to senior leadership, stakeholders, and potential investors regarding technology findings, risks, and integration plans.
  

• Project Management-

  Lead and manage the timeline, budget, and resources for M&A technology projects, ensuring on-time delivery, quality, and alignment with organizational goals.
  

• Continuous Improvement-

  Stay informed on market trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continuously improve the M&A process and ensure the company remains competitive in its tech-driven growth strategy.

REQUIREMENTS

• MBB to be successful in this role, candidates require a minimum of 2 years at a Tier-1 consulting firm, specifically, McKinsey, BCG or Bain

Technology Experience:

• Proven hands-on experience with IT systems integration, project management, and system delivery (e.g., Salesforce, ERP, Data & AI, Cybersecurity, Cloud) - ideal candidate would have come from a system integration background (e.g., Accenture) in early career before moving to strategy consulting
• Expertise spike in one of these areas:
• Applications Transformation (e.g., CRM/ERP such as Salesforce, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.)
• IT Infrastructure (End User Compute, Networking, Cloud)
• Data & Analytics / AI

PE Experience:

• Experience in large or mid-cap PEs either as an investment or operating professional, consultant in the PE sector or role in a PE-backed company.
• Experience in large-cap PE houses e.g. Blackstone, Carlyle, Warburg, CVC, EQT, KKR would be a strong asset.

HOW TO APPLY

• Experts in Both Strategy & Execution: We dont just advise; we execute. Our team combines deep strategic insight with hands-on delivery expertise.
• Fast, Agile & Cost-Effective: We work as an extension of PE operating partners, ensuring high-impact results with speed and efficiency.
• Vendor & Technology Agnostic: We select the right tools for the job, leveraging vast experience across multiple M&A transactions, tech platforms, and implementation partners.
• Complex IT Project Leadership: We specialize in orchestrating vendors, contracts, and budgets, ensuring seamless execution in PE portfolio companies.
  

WHY WORK WITH US?

• Accelerated Growth- Entrepreneurial environment with endless opportunities to shape a high-growth company.
• Elite Private Equity Exposure- Work closely with top PE firms, operating partners and C-suite stakeholders, getting direct exposure with the best of the best on a daily basis.
• Top-Tier Talent & Leadership- Collaborate with and learn from industry-leading experts.
• Flexibility & Meritocracy- Remote-first model with performance-driven career growth.

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