Senior Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions

ASSA ABLOY•New Haven, CT

1d•$160,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Senior Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Americas, focusing on leading the strategic mergers & acquisitions objective. The position involves managing the end-to-end M&A process, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, evaluating acquisition opportunities, leading due diligence, constructing financial models, performing market research, managing the opportunity pipeline, creating presentations for executive leadership, and ensuring the smooth integration of new businesses. The role is based onsite in New Haven, CT, on a full-time basis.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Business or related field (MBA preferred)
7+ years of direct M&A transaction experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, transaction advisory, or a comparable M&A focused role
Demonstrated experience independently managing multiple transaction processes from LOI through closing
Prior experience working with industrial or manufacturing businesses, with an understanding of operational considerations such as production, supply chain, distribution, working capital, and capital investment
Expertise in financial modeling and business valuation techniques (including DCF)
Deep knowledge of due diligence, transaction structuring, purchase agreement concepts, and closing processes
Ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects, manage multiple priorities, and maintain momentum in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills, including the ability to create clear, impactful presentations that synthesize complex information and provide clear guidance to executive leadership
Knowledge of M&A best practices, industry standards, and regulatory considerations
Willingness to travel as needed to support transaction activity across the Americas

Nice To Haves

Industry knowledge in locks, door hardware, access control, or electronic security
Familiarity with electronic access control, automated doors, and cloud-based solutions
Experience integrating manufacturing businesses, including supply chain and distribution
Understanding of relevant product and safety certifications (UL, ANSI)
Professional certifications (CFA, CAIA, PMP, or M&A-related credentials)

Responsibilities

Manage M&A activities from initial evaluation through post-close integration.
Lead due diligence, develop financial models, analyze markets and competitors, manage the deal pipeline, and prepare materials for executive leadership.
Lead transaction execution from signed LOI through closing, including process planning, diligence coordination, valuation updates, negotiation support, approvals, and closing readiness.
Manage cross-functional due diligence workstreams involving finance, tax, legal, environmental, quality, safety, operations, commercial, IT, HR, compliance, and other functional teams; identify key risks, resolve open items, and maintain accountability against the transaction timeline.
Develop and review financial models, valuation analyses, synergy assessments, and scenario analyses to support investment decisions and deal structuring.
Partner with internal and external legal, financial, and tax advisors on transaction structure, purchase agreement terms, working capital mechanisms, transition services arrangements, and other key deal matters.
Evaluate acquisition opportunities, including strategic fit, market attractiveness, competitive positioning, financial performance, operational capabilities, and value-creation potential.
Prepare materials for executive leadership that clearly communicate investment rationale, valuation, key risks, diligence findings, and recommendations.
Support integration planning and Day 1 readiness, with particular attention to value-creation priorities, risk mitigation, ownership, and performance tracking.
Contribute to continuous improvement of M&A processes, templates, diligence standards, and transaction governance.

Benefits

Eligibility for a discretionary bonus
Paid time off, including sick and vacation days
13 paid holidays
Job-protected leave benefits in accordance with applicable law
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Supplemental critical illness, hospital, accident, and indemnity available for purchase
Health and flexible savings accounts subject to eligibility requirements
401(k) plan with employer contributions and matching subject to plan eligibility requirements
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts
Continuous professional development opportunities
An environment that fosters internal growth and mobility