13 sep
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London Strategy
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Cequeliños
13 sep
London Strategy
Cequeliños
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced IT M&A; Integration Manager with hands-on delivery experience across acquisitions, divestments and complex IT separation/integration programmes, capable of driving multiple workstreams from transaction planning through Day 1, transition and post-close delivery. This role will oversee IT projects for our pharmaceutical clients throughout the UK and EU, partnering closely with PMO, Supply, Commercial, IT, Finance, Regulatory, Legal, and Quality teams. A genuine commitment to delivering exceptional client service is key to success in this position.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and drive the end-to-end IT integration and separation strategy, delivery plan and roadmap across M&A; transactions, ensuring alignment with Day 1 readiness, business continuity, regulatory requirements and post-close objectives.
Partner with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to enable smooth IT service integration following a merger or acquisition
Oversee the separation and integration of IT systems, applications, and processes to support the newly combined organization
Manage IT asset transition, migration and ownership activities while maintaining regulatory and control requirements
Coordinate IT teams and workstream leads throughout the integration lifecycle with a focus on service continuity and operational efficiency
Deliver regular status updates to senior leadership, flagging key milestones and potential risks
Manage several integration projects at once, offering direction and support to project teams
Build and maintain strong working relationships with project managers and stakeholders to enable clear communication and collaboration
Maintain alignment across integration workstreams and track progress to ensure on-time delivery
Identify issues and change requests early, addressing or escalating them to keep projects on track
Apply sound project management practices tailored to the demands of M&A; integration
Connect IT integration efforts to the wider strategic goals of the M&A; transaction
Carry out detailed project reviews and prepare executive-level reporting
Champion continuous improvement to strengthen operational effectiveness post-merger
Experience
5+ years of IT programme/project management experience within a consulting environment, including substantial hands-on delivery of IT M&A; integration, separation or divestment programmes; Big 4 experience is a strong advantage.
Direct experience on Mergers, Acquisitions, or Divestment projects (required)
Understanding of pharma-specific IT regulations (GxP, CSV) is a plus
Experience leading cross-functional, multi-geography teams
Comfortable working with project metrics reporting and dashboards
Experience presenting to senior and executive-level stakeholders
Skilled in designing and facilitating workshops
Proven ability to manage projects spanning multiple time zones and regions
Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related discipline
Polished executive communication and reporting skills, suited to C-Suite and Board audiences
Strong PowerPoint and presentation capabilities (required)
Fluent oral and written communication in both English(required) and Spanish (good to have)
A recognized Project Management certification (PMP, CAPM, PRINCE2, or similar)
Sharp analytical and problem-solving abilities, able to untangle complex IT challenges
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and collaborative instincts
Confident engaging with stakeholders at every level, from business leaders to technical teams
Sound judgment around confidentiality and privacy, with strict adherence to client NDAs
Location & Working Arrangement
Location: Spain / Poland
Work Mode: Remote
About London Strategy
London Strategy is an IT consulting firm based in London with deep expertise in M&A;, IT, Cyber and transformation services. Our team turns complexity into priority actions, clear timelines, and executive-ready decisions supported by strong governance. We work alongside senior advisors with Big 4 and top-tier consultancy backgrounds, and our success is built on rolling up our sleeves, tackling complex challenges head-on, and implementing the technology that transforms how organizations operate. As we grow and deepen our impact globally, we're looking for the right people to join us on our mission
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