M&A Integration Manager

The M&A Integration Manager is responsible for planning and executing the successful integration of acquired companies into the organization. This role leads integration efforts from pre‑close planning through post‑close execution, ensuring operational continuity, value creation, and cultural alignment while minimizing disruption to employees and clients.

The M&A Integration Manager serves as the central orchestrator of cross‑functional M&A integration workstreams and operates as a trusted business partner to executive leaders, functional heads, and acquired‑company leadership. Success in this role requires exceptional program management skills, strong judgment, emotional intelligence, and the ability to drive outcomes through influence rather than authority.

Responsible for leading high‑priority, cross‑functional initiatives that advance the company’s strategic objectives. This role serves as a central project manager and execution partner for executive‑sponsored initiatives that require coordination across functions, governance rigor, and clear accountability. This role brings structure, discipline, and momentum to complex initiatives that fall outside day‑to‑day business operations. Success in this role requires strong project management capability, executive‑level communication skills, and the ability to influence outcomes in a highly matrixed environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Integration Leadership & Governance

• Lead multiple M&A integrations simultaneously across all phases (pre‑close, Day‑0/Day‑1, post‑close).
• Utilize Trinity’s IMO playbook to manage governance cadence, workstream management, and reporting.
• Maintain integrated project plans, milestones, risks, and dependencies.
• Drive accountability across functional workstreams (HR, IT, Finance, Accounting, Legal, Operations, Marketing, Real Estate).
• Escalate risks, issues, and decisions to executive sponsors as needed

2. Integration Readiness

• Ensure operational readiness for critical activities including:
• Payroll, benefits, and HR onboarding
• Financial reporting and accounting continuity
• IT access, security, and collaboration tools
• Client and employee communications
• Coordinate sequencing and timing to minimize disruption and maintain business continuity.

3. Cross‑Functional Integration Execution

• Partner with functional leaders to implement detailed integration plans and deliverables.
• Track progress against commitments and ensure timely execution.
• Facilitate integration working sessions, IMO meetings, and leadership reviews.
• Ensure consistency with enterprise integration standards, playbooks, and policies.

4. Value Creation & Synergy Realization

• Support execution of the Value Creation Plan (VCP) and synergy initiatives.
• Track and report on integration outcomes and value realization.

5. Communications & Change Management

• Develop and coordinate integration communications, including:
• Leadership guides and FAQs
• Employee welcome materials and presentations
• Day‑1 announcements and talking points
• Facilitate employee and leadership Q&A sessions.
• Serve as a stabilizing presence for acquired teams during periods of change.

6. Strategic Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Support or lead enterprise strategic initiatives requiring centralized project management.
• Lead enterprise‑level strategic initiatives aligned with growth, operational excellence, and transformation priorities.
• Translate strategic objectives into clear workplans, milestones, and success metrics.
• Ensure initiatives remain aligned with executive intent and evolving business priorities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required

• 8+ years of direct M&A experience.
• Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional initiatives in matrixed environments.
• Strong executive‑level communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage ambiguity, competing priorities, and tight timelines.
• Bachelor’s degree

Preferred

• Experience working within an Integration Management Office (IMO) or Change Management Office
• Familiarity with ERP, finance, HRIS, and collaboration system integrations.
• Background in professional services, consulting, or multi‑entity organizations.
• Exposure to private equity‑backed or acquisitive growth environments.

Core Competencies

• Program & portfolio management
• Executive communication & influence
• Structured problem‑solving
• Change management & organizational sensitivity
• Financial and operational acumen
• High emotional intelligence

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position does does not have supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements listed below represent the minimum standards that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this role successfully. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Regularly required to sit, use hands, and communicate verbally.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.