Technology M&A Manager

As a Manager in Grant Thornton | Stax Transactions, you will focus on delivering enterprise technology diligence and execution support for Private Equity and strategic clients across the transaction lifecycle. This role centers on enterprise technology environments—including infrastructure, applications, data platforms, operating models, and execution readiness—and how these enable (or constrain) value creation in transactions.

Responsibilities

• Execute enterprise technology diligence workstreams for buy-side and sell-side transactions, including assessment of:
  • Core enterprise applications and infrastructure
  • Cloud platforms and hosting models (e.g., public, private, hybrid), cloud cost structures, and scalability
  • Data platforms, integration architecture, and analytics foundations
  • IT operating models, governance, and service delivery
  • Cybersecurity and privacy considerations (embedded within enterprise diligence and cloud environments)
  • Automation, tooling, and AI readiness within enterprise environments and cloud environments
• Perform structured qualitative and quantitative analyses to identify risks, constraints, and opportunities aligned to the investment thesis.
• Develop clear, well-organized diligence deliverables that connect enterprise technology findings to business impact, execution risk, and value implications.
• Support integration and separation planning efforts by assisting in translating diligence findings into integration, separation, and remediation plans, including cloud migration, optimization, or rationalization considerations.
• Collaborate with Financial Due Diligence, Cyber, Strategy, and Transformation teams to ensure coordinated, enterprise-wide client delivery.
• Support proposal development, work planning, and budgeting for enterprise technology diligence engagements.
• Identify potential scope expansion opportunities related to enterprise technology and cloud modernization/optimization during active engagements and communicate them to engagement leadership.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of enterprise technology diligence methodologies, tools, and playbooks.
• Participate in internal training and knowledge-sharing initiatives within the Technology Transaction Advisory practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Information Technology, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in technology diligence, IT advisory, technology consulting, or a related role supporting transactions.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Technology operating models and architectures
  • Cloud platforms, deployment models, and cloud cost/operating economics
  • Software development and product engineering environments
  • Technology cost structures and operating economics
• Experience analyzing complex quantitative and qualitative data and synthesizing insights into clear, structured outputs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams and client-facing environments.
• Experience working on Private Equity-backed transactions.
• Product-centric or software engineering experience (e.g., SaaS, digital platforms, technology-enabled business models).
• Exposure to digital transformation, automation, data platforms, or AI-enabled initiatives.
• Experience supporting integration or separation initiatives in M&A environments.
• Interest in developing a technology strategy and value creation perspective leveraging the latest technology trends.
• Ability to travel as needed (up to 50%).

Pay

The base salary range for this position is between $182,144 and $213,786. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity.

Schedule

This position follows the firm's hybrid work model, requiring in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a Grant Thornton office or client site.

Benefits

Grant Thornton offers personalized and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• Employee assistance program
• Paid sick leave (minimum of 72 hours)
• Paid firm holidays
• Eligibility to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan (for seasonal employees, based on applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements)
• Discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance (eligibility subject to terms and conditions of the applicable bonus plan or program; interns and seasonal employees are not eligible)

About the Team

The Technology Transaction Advisory team empowers you with flexible work options, including work location, weekly schedule, and flex time off, to best serve your clients and personal life. The team supports your overall well-being through work-life integration options tailored to your needs and responsibilities.