Manager – M&A Integration

Company Overview
A private equity–backed and rapidly growing platform in the hospitality sector is building a best-in-class M&A and integration capability to support aggressive acquisition activity across a multi-state footprint. The organization is focused on local, service-oriented operations, investing in systems and leadership to scale efficiently while protecting the seller and guest experience.

Summary
This group is hiring a
Manager – M&A Integration
to join the Corporate Development / Value Creation team. Reporting to the VP of Corporate Development, the Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for acquisition targets through the pre-close period and lead post-close integration execution (typical deal engagement ≈ 6 months). The role creates tailored integration plans, coordinates across HR, Accounting, IT, and Operations, and ensures timely milestone delivery while providing an exceptional seller experience. Regular travel to portfolio locations is required (approximately 15–25%).

Key Performance Outcomes

• Smooth Pre-Close Process: Advance deals through the established M&A framework, targeting close within ~90 days of a signed LOI by proactively managing risks and dependencies.
• Time to Integration: Produce a draft integration strategy for investment committee materials and execute core integration deliverables within ~4 months of close.
• Seller Satisfaction: Deliver consistently positive seller feedback by adhering to a "Leave No Wake" approach to transitions.
• Internal Alignment: Maintain clear communication, accountability, and strong stakeholder feedback from operational teams and the Value Creation function.

Primary Responsibilities
Pre-Close Deal Management & Integration Planning

• Act as the primary point of contact for sellers during the pre-close period: kickoff transactions, set expectations, and manage timelines and critical milestones.
• Coordinate diligence logistics and manage third-party vendors; track deliverables and escalate issues as needed.
• Sequence seller engagements to avoid information overload and ensure a smooth experience.
• Develop comprehensive integration plans informed by diligence findings and stakeholder input.
• Drive accountability to closing timelines and keep sellers informed of status and next steps.

Post-Close Integration Execution & Coordination

• Mobilize the integration program immediately after close, translating pre-close plans into an actionable roadmap with clear ownership and milestones.
• Lead the central integration project management process across HR, Accounting, IT, Operations, and other functions to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Maintain ongoing seller communication during integration; surface risks and address operational concerns promptly.
• Create ramp-down documentation at the conclusion of integration summarizing remaining tasks, open risks, and lessons learned for steady-state handoff.

Partnership & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with the M&A and Value Creation teams to refine tools, templates, and playbooks—help build a repeatable, scalable deal management engine.
• Build strong relationships with regional and operational leaders to enable local alignment and smooth execution.
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement of integration processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 5–7 years of integration, PMO, or post-merger integration experience managing cross-functional projects (founder-led or PE-backed environments preferred).
• Proven track record with project management systems and improving tool functionality and adoption.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills (high EQ).
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-location environment; hospitality or vacation-rental experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities; ability to translate strategic plans into tactical execution.

Travel:
Approximately 15%–25% expected.