Senior Manager, Carve-Out and Merger

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West Monroe isn’t a start-up consulting firm, but we act like one. 

From day one, our people have the opportunity to make a definitive personal impact for their clients and their careers. What does this mean? It means we seek out the best of the best, and then we challenge them to make us better. 

If you are looking to be a “behind the scenes” technologist, this isn’t the place for you. We celebrate driven professionals who thrive in a collaborative environment. Our consultants work on front lines – partnering with clients to deliver game changing solutions in the most dynamic industries. Sound interesting?  Then West Monroe Partners just might be the place for you. 

Think you’re up to the challenge? 

West Monroe Partners is seeking a Senior Consulting Manager with prior experience in business and technology consulting, private equity, or corporate M&A experience to join our Chicago office and National M&A practice.  Our Chicago office serves an array of interesting and exciting clients across the nation.

As Senior Consulting Manager in our M&A practice, you will serve Private Equity and Corporate clients with a focus on corporate divestiture/carve-out transactions and post-merger integration leadership roles, including, sell-side readiness, pre-close IT and operations carve-out due diligence, Day 1 readiness planning, and post-close program leadership.

In addition to client delivery, you will have the opportunity to assist with business development (hunting new clients and building relationship with existing), along with contributing to internal practice development leadership.

Senior Consulting Managers at West Monroe Partners have three primary responsibilities:

Client Delivery:

  • Execute IT and operational carve-out / merger strategy and due diligence projects (both sell-side and buy-side) – manage client relationships, startup and plan diligence, lead discovery workshops, assess the operating model environment (people, processes, and technology), develop recommendations for one-time transition costs, and go-forward operating model (run rate costs)
  • Program manage and lead multiple work streams for IT and operational transaction execution initiatives including Day 1 readiness and longer-term transition projects – interfacing to Client and/or PE Executive sponsors
  • Apply functional knowledge in key shared services (e.g. finance & accounting, human resources, IT) and/or supply chain including standalone benchmarking and separation considerations
  • Interface with all levels of management both internally and at client sites
  • Manage project economics including project budget tracking, client invoicing, and receivables management.     

Practice Development:

  • Contribute to the development/enhancement of WMP’s market-leading methodologies, artifacts and practice strategy
  • Mentor and develop staff on the job and through formal feedback
  • Coach and manage other consultants and actively participate in the performance management process
  • Actively participate in recruiting and retaining top quality consultants
  • Create and publish content to increase personal and company brand
  • Assist with company campus and experienced recruiting 

Business Development:

  • Assist in business development meetings with prospective Private Equity and M&A corporate clients, lead preparation of proposals and statements of work for pre and post-close opportunities
  • As appropriate, begin to drive and cultivate your own business development contacts such that you can originate and close new client engagements
  • Understand investment needs and requirements and help turn those goals into concrete engagements and detailed proposals
  • Create work plans, pricing estimates, and risk assessments for prospects
  • Actively build a professional and affiliate network in the local community
  • Attend networking events and business-related social events in the M&A community  

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related discipline (e.g., Engineering, MIS, Finance etc.)
  • Minimum of 10+ years participating in team-based, client-facing management or technology consulting or IT M&A experience at corporate strategic client
  • Minimum of 5+ years executing IT application (e.g. ERP) or infrastructure implementation projects
  • Proven contributor with extensive ability to build solid and collaborative relationships with team members, foster a productive team environment, and coach staff
  • Industry experience in Manufacturing, Distribution, Healthcare, or High-Tech/Technology companies is preferred, but not mandatory
  • Strong project management methodology background, including schedule, scope, issue and risk management experience
  • Proven ability to lead others in official (mentor) responsibilities as well as informal coaching
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and creative experience
  • Strong organizational skills, detail oriented with the ability to handle multiple projects and priorities concurrently
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, work productively in a fast-paced, team oriented environment
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communications and customer relations skills
  • Ability to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship
  • Ability to travel up to 50% but with limited notice 

Think you've got what it takes? Join our team and make us better.

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Location

Chicago is our headquarters, our largest office, and where it all started. Located in the Loop, you’ll find representation across all practices and industries. As our first office, Chicago remains one of the firm’s main hubs for technology and innovation, relying on top talent from the area.

An Insider's view of West Monroe

How does your team reward individual success?

We have this incredible platform called SHOUTOUT, where employees can showcase the great work they have done or worked on with a team. I love it because we can see all the kudos people give each other, and it makes me so happy!

Britt

Employer Brand Specialist

How do you collaborate with other teams in the company?

West Monroe's collaborative culture allows you to grow professionally by working across practices, industries and offices - all while creating value for the client.

Kirsten

Director, Mergers & Acquisitions

What makes someone successful on your team?

If you refuse to shy away from a challenge and enjoy working with an intelligent group of people that genuinely care about those around them, your success will be imminent at West Monroe.

Adam

Senior Manager, Technology

What are West Monroe Perks + Benefits

West Monroe Benefits Overview

Choosing where to build your career is an important decision. Should you choose to build it with West Monroe, we take that commitment seriously.

We believe that when people get the support they need to thrive, they care more, do more, and achieve more. In fact, that’s our whole business strategy. So we strive to provide a total rewards model that illustrates our commitment to our people and their growth, creating value today, tomorrow, and well into the future. We invest in you through an attractive package of rewards that promotes your health and well-being, your financial future, your development, and your satisfaction and enjoyment at work.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
Open office floor plan
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity employee resource groups
West Monroe has six ERGs: Black Employee Network, Interfaith, Pan-Asian Network, SOMOS, WMPride, and Women's Leadership Network.
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Wellness programs
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Company equity
Employee stock purchase plan
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
Company sponsored family events
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Unlimited vacation policy
Paid volunteer time
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Recreational clubs
Fitness stipend
Home-office stipend for remote employees
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Online course subscriptions available
Paid industry certifications

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