Experienced Consultant, Mergers & Acquisitions (Merger & Carve-out). Job in Chicago Move Collec[...]

West Monroe is seeking an Experienced Consultant with an interest in M&A and a passion for technology to join our growing Merger & Carveout Services (MCS) team. As an Experienced Consultant in our M&A practice, you will support clients through key phases of transactions, including due diligence and post-close integration or separation activities. You will build foundational skills in financial analysis, project management, and technology assessment while contributing to high-impact client outcomes. Responsibilities Support development of financial analyses to evaluate transaction impacts, including IT cost structures, cost synergies, and one-time separation or integration costs. Assist in building and maintaining cost models and contribute to analysis of key cost drivers. Conduct research and analysis of business applications (e.g., ERP, CRM, HRIS) to support application assessments and recommendations. Support technology workstreams (applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity) in merger or carveout engagements. Assist in development of Transition Service Agreements (TSAs), including gathering inputs and documenting assumptions. Help identify and document dependencies across people, process, and technology during transaction execution. Maintain project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet), including tracking workplans, risks, issues, and decisions. Support Day 1 readiness planning and post-close execution activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, legal, HR) to support transaction execution. Prepare client-ready deliverables and contribute to presentations for senior stakeholders. Work closely with team members to ensure high-quality, consistent outputs. Contribute to development of internal tools, templates, and methodologies for M&A engagements. Support business development efforts through research, content development, and proposal support. Participate in internal initiatives and team-building activities. Actively seek feedback and contribute to a collaborative team environment. Qualifications 1‑3 years of experience in consulting, corporate strategy, transaction advisory, or relevant industry experience. Exposure to M&A, IT strategy, or technology transformation is preferred but not required. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; familiarity with Excel and data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus. Effective communication skills, with the ability to clearly present ideas and findings. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Basic understanding of project management concepts and tools. Bachelor's degree required. Ability to travel up to 50%, depending on client and project needs. Authorization to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship. A commitment to inclusion, diversity, and openness to new ideas and perspectives. Compensation & Benefits Based on pay transparency guidelines, salary ranges for this role vary by proximity to one of our West Monroe offices. Compensation is determined by geography, experience, skills, education, and internal equity. Employees and their families are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. They can enroll in a 401(k) plan, purchase shares from an employee stock ownership program, and are eligible for annual bonuses. Unlimited flexible time off and ten paid holidays are provided. Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental leave is available upon hire date. Salary ranges by location: Seattle or Washington, D.C.: $93,800–$110,300 USD Los Angeles: $98,200–$115,500 USD New York City or San Francisco: $102,700–$120,800 USD A location not listed above: $89,300–$105,000 USD Equal Employment Opportunity West Monroe is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We believe in treating each employee and applicant for employment fairly and with dignity. We base our employment decisions on merit, experience, and potential, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in our recruiting process, please inquire by sending an email to recruiting@. #J-18808-Ljbffr Broughton Group