GBS IMO Strategic Program Manager

Gallagher•Rolling Meadows, IL

3h•Remote

About The Position

The GBS IMO Strategic Program Manager leads and manages M&A integration programs for complex and transformational acquisitions. The role coordinates cross-functional teams to integrate processes, systems, and cultures, delivering programs on time and within budget. The manager works with stakeholders and leaders to align integration activities with business objectives and strategic goals. The role leads M&A due diligence and integration from the signing of an offer, such as a term sheet or letter of intent, through planning, execution, and post-integration management. It develops integration roadmaps and program plans, manages multiple programs, and supports alignment with organizational priorities. The position also oversees stakeholder communication, risk management, target operating model and process transformation, change management, and measurement of integration outcomes. Occasional travel to company locations may be required, and work outside regular business hours may be necessary to meet deadlines. The position is identified as remote.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, or a related field.
Extensive project management experience focused on M&A integration, particularly involving multiple business lines, multiple countries, and/or disaggregated acquisition targets.
Background or experience managing projects in employee benefits, financial consulting, and HR consulting fields.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in project management software and tools.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Planview ProjectPlace experience preferred but not required.
Industry knowledge.
PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead M&A due diligence and integration processes from the signing of an offer, including a term sheet or LOI, through discovery, planning, and execution.
Develop and implement integration roadmaps aligned with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
Develop program plans covering scope, timelines, resources, and budgets.
Monitor program progress and adjust plans as necessary to support successful completion.
Maintain engagement and alignment among cross-functional teams throughout the M&A lifecycle and beyond.
Oversee post-integration management and leadership activities to support long-term business objectives and cultural alignment.
Lead multiple integration programs simultaneously and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Collaborate with senior leadership, business and operations leads, external advisors, and merger partners to define integration objectives and deliverables.
Facilitate communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams, support decision-making, and resolve conflicts.
Provide program and IMO stakeholders with updates on status, risks, issues, and changes.
Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, conduct risk assessments, implement corrective actions, and escalate risks and issues as required.
Analyze existing processes, systems, roles, and organizational structures to support development and implementation of the integration Target Operating Model.
Partner with business and functional leaders to identify, plan, and coordinate required changes.
Develop and execute change management plans to support integration and adoption of new processes and systems.
Support new merger partners to facilitate smooth transitions.
Establish KPIs to measure integration success and track progress.
Evaluate integrations to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement.