Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Project Manager

About the role

Cadence is seeking a Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Project Manager to join their dynamic team. The role is designed for a program management professional with a strong background in project management, digitization, and an interest in leveraging AI to drive efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Operationalize M&A Function: Help build and operationalize the M&A/Integration function through development of processes and playbook.
• Develop Playbooks: Create, refine, and manage integration and front-end playbooks, requiring strong PowerPoint and Excel skills.
• Manage SharePoint Sites and other Collaboration Mechanisms: Stand up and maintain organized and accessible SharePoint sites for M&A projects.
• Drive Meeting Cadence: Facilitate and drive a regular meeting cadence on deals, ensuring cross-functional coordination and alignment.
• Track Integration Plans: Diligently track and manage detailed integration plans to ensure all milestones are met.
• Create Dashboards: Develop and maintain dashboards to provide clear visibility into integration progress and key metrics.
• Meeting Support: Take detailed notes and document meeting minutes as needed to ensure clear communication and follow-up.
• Process Improvement: Help to evolve the M&A practice by identifying and implementing efficiencies, with a focus on leveraging AI and other digital tools.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3-4 years of experience in project/program management, PMO, or a related operations role.
• A BA/BS degree from a leading academic institution; PMP or related certification(s) is a strong plus.
• Proficiency in Office suite (Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel).
• Demonstrated experience with project management tools and digitization.
• An interest in and some level of proficiency with AI and its application in driving business efficiencies.
• Experience with tools such as Tableau, SmartSheet, Jira, or other similar project management software is highly valued.
• A highly structured and organized approach to program management.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• A proactive and adaptable mindset, with a strong interest in process improvement.