Technology M&A Director

About the role

As a Director in Grant Thornton | Stax Transactions, you will play a critical role in helping clients evaluate, protect, and grow enterprise value through end-to-end technology diligence and execution across the transaction lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior advisor to Private Equity and strategic clients across the transaction lifecycle, including buy-side and sell-side technology diligence, integration and separation planning, and post-close execution.
• Lead delivery of end-to-end technology diligence, applying a technology strategy lens to assess enterprise platforms, product and software engineering, cyber and privacy risk, digital operating model maturity, and AI readiness.
• Translate technical findings into clear, differentiated insights tied directly to investment thesis, growth strategy, and value creation priorities.
• Extend impact beyond diligence by shaping integration, separation, and value creation roadmaps.
• Partner with transformation and strategy teams to drive continuity from diligence through execution and value realization.
• Support practice growth through account planning, opportunity shaping, and proposal development.
• Contribute to the evolution of differentiated Technology Transaction Advisory offerings aligned to market trends, including product-focused diligence and digital and AI-enabled value creation.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams while ensuring consistent, high-quality delivery.
• Oversee engagement economics, quality, and client relationships.
• Contribute to recruiting, onboarding, and the development of scalable delivery models and playbooks.

Requirements

You have the following technical skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Information Technology, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or equivalent in advanced degree preferred.
• Industry recognized professional certification required, PMI/PMP, MA&P, CPMI preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in technology diligence, technology M&A, technology strategy, Tech advisory, or related consulting or industry roles supporting transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to: Lead complex technology diligence and advisory engagements, Apply a technology strategy mindset to investment and value creation questions, Translate technical findings into clear, executive-level insights, Strong experience working with senior stakeholders, including CIOs, CTOs, PE Operating Partners, Corporate Development leaders, and C-suite executives, Proven track record of leading teams, managing complex engagements, and delivering high-impact client outcomes, Experience working extensively with Private Equity clients, Product-centric and software engineering experience (including SaaS, digital platforms, or technology-enabled business models), Exposure to digital transformation, data platforms, analytics, automation, or AI-enabled initiatives, Experience contributing to the development or scaling of advisory offerings within a consulting or professional services environment, Experience building or reviewing financial models related to technology costs, synergies, or value creation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Can travel as needed. Expected travel is up to 50%.

Benefits

The base salary range for this position is between $239,160, and $280,783. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job -related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is between $239,160, and $280,783.

Schedule

Flexible work arrangements are available.