M&A Senior Manager

Your Role We’re seeking a seasoned strategist who thrives across the M&A lifecycle—bringing innovation, sound judgment, and a passion for applying GenAI to unlock value at every stage of the deal. You will lead teams to help C‑suite executives shape and execute growth, portfolio, and transformation strategies enabled by M&A. You’ll own client relationships, drive deal theses, quantify value creation, and orchestrate integration and separation programs that deliver measurable results. Key Responsibilities Client Advisory & Project Delivery Serve as a trusted advisor to C‑suite leaders in Fortune 500 and FTSE companies, advising on strategic transactions, transformation, and value creation. Oversee full‑scope M&A engagements: deal framing, target screening, due diligence, integration planning, joint‑venture development, carve‑out and divestiture planning. Ensure each engagement delivers on value creation targets, risk mitigation, and strategic alignment. Thought Leadership & Business Development Represent Accenture in the market through published insights, conference speaking, and industry panels. Collaborate with Accenture’s global M&A and industry teams to shape go‑to‑market offerings. Drive pipeline opportunities from origination to signed contract and delivery. Talent Development Lead and inspire teams of strategy consultants, ensuring delivery excellence and fostering a high‑performance culture. Mentor and coach junior team members to grow their M&A expertise and consulting capabilities. GenAI‑Powered M&A Innovation Embed GenAI into M&A workflows—accelerating target identification, synthesizing diligence findings, guiding integration planning, and enabling post‑merger capability building. Design and implement AI‑augmented frameworks, playbooks, and performance measurement tools to strengthen and future‑prove M&A execution. Travel As needed, up to 80% Here’s what you need Bachelor’s degree Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in strategy consulting, corporate development, investment banking, or private equity, with significant M&A focus Minimum of 2 years of experience originating, qualifying, and closing new opportunities—including developing proposals and engaging in business development activities Bonus points if you have MBA or advanced degree in strategy, finance, or related field preferred Deep knowledge of at least one major industry (e.g., Technology, Consumer Goods, Life Sciences, Energy, Financial Services) Proven application of AI/GenAI tools in strategic or M&A‑related contexts Established network within Corporate Development, Banking, or Private Equity (VP‑level and above) Technology / IT M&A functional experience (e.g., IT due diligence, integration/separation planning, IT TSA design; application portfolio rationalization; ERP carve‑outs, cybersecurity risk assessment; IT cost & synergy modeling) Strong quantitative analysis skills, including financial analysis, competitive intelligence, and market analysis Deep M&A lifecycle experience: strategy, due diligence, integration/separation planning, carve‑outs, joint ventures Proven success managing senior client relationships and delivering high‑value outcomes Strong communication, presentation, and executive presence skills Experience with synergy modeling, transaction cost analysis, and value capture planning Ability to operate effectively in fast‑paced, ambiguous environments with multiple priorities Experience collaborating across deal ecosystems: bankers, legal advisors, target leadership, operational executives Track record in identifying and executing on divestiture, acquisition, or alliance opportunities Proven track record leading M&A strategy engagements from inception through execution with measurable client impact Compensation Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below. Accenture offers a market‑competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here: U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture ( Role Location Annual Salary Range California $122,700 to $317,200 Cleveland $122,700 to $317,200 Colorado $122,700 to $317,200 District of Columbia $122,700 to $317,200 Illinois $122,700 to $317,200 Maine $122,700 to $317,200 Maryland $122,700 to $317,200 Massachusetts $122,700 to $317,200 Minnesota $122,700 to $317,200 New York $122,700 to $317,200 New Jersey $122,700 to $317,200 Virginia $122,700 to $317,200 Washington $122,700 to $317,200 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. 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